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Reading: Literature3rd Grade

RL.3.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as used in a text, distinguishing literal from nonliteral language.

For parents
When your child reads phrases like 'raining cats and dogs,' ask 'Does that REALLY mean animals are falling from the sky?'
Free sample questions
  1. Question 1
    Listen to the story: In class, Maya's teacher explained that literal language means exactly what the words say, while figurative language paints a picture with words that are not meant to be taken word for word. The teacher wrote four sentences on the board and asked the students to find the one that was completely literal and could really happen just as it was written. Maya read each one carefully before raising her hand. Which sentence uses LITERAL language?
    • Time flies when you're having fun.
    • She has a heart of gold.
    • He was drowning in homework.
    • The dog ate his dinner.
  2. Question 2
    The classroom was a zoo today! This means —
    • They went on a field trip to the zoo
    • The teacher likes animals
    • There were animals in the classroom
    • The classroom was very loud and chaotic

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