Worksheet on Metaphors & Similes: Creating
English
Year 9
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~16 mins
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A worksheet covering the creation and understanding of metaphors and similes for Year 9 students, with a focus on analysing and producing effective language techniques.
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Worksheet on Metaphors & Similes: Creating
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Grade Year 9
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Introduction to Metaphors & Similes
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the quiet village. Children’s laughter echoed through the streets like a melody, while the breeze whispered secrets through the leaves. In the distance, mountains stood as ancient sentinels, watching over the land beneath a star-studded sky.
1.
Identify one metaphor and one simile in the passage.
[2 marks]2.
Explain how the simile enhances the imagery of the scene.
[3 marks]3.
Create your own metaphor to describe a sunset.
[3 marks]B
Analysis of Language Techniques
Read the excerpt and answer the questions below.
1.
Identify and classify the literary devices used in this passage.
[4 marks]2.
Discuss how the metaphors and similes contribute to the overall tone of the paragraph.
[6 marks]C
Creative Writing: Crafting Metaphors and Similes
Using the prompt below, create a short descriptive paragraph that includes at least one metaphor and one simile.
1.
Write a paragraph of approximately 150 words that uses at least one metaphor and one simile to vividly describe the scene.
[10 marks]2.
Check your paragraph against the following criteria:
- Contains at least one metaphor
- Contains at least one simile
- Uses vivid, descriptive language
- Effectively conveys mood and atmosphere
Aa) The paragraph is concise and lacks descriptive language.
Bb) The paragraph includes metaphors and similes that enhance imagery.
Cc) The paragraph uses only literal descriptions without figurative language.
Dd) The paragraph is focused solely on technical details.
D
Reflective Task
Reflect on your own use of metaphors and similes in your writing.
1.
Write a brief paragraph (around 8-10 lines) explaining how you used metaphors or similes and what effect they had.
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- 1/1/2026
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