Worksheet on Metaphors & Similes: Extended Metaphor in Pop Culture
English
Grade 8
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A worksheet covering Metaphors & Similes with a focus on Extended Metaphor analysis within popular culture references for Grade 8 students.
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Worksheet on Metaphors & Similes: Extended Metaphor in Pop Culture
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Grade Grade 8
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Introduction to Extended Metaphors in Pop Culture
In the world of music, lyrics often carry deep metaphors that extend across entire verses, telling stories through comparisons that paint vivid images. For example, in a popular song about love and heartbreak, the singer might compare their emotional pain to a storm that rages unchecked, a never-ending battle that consumes their life. Such extended metaphors deepen the emotional impact and allow listeners to experience complex feelings through relatable images.
1.
What is an extended metaphor as described in the passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the extended metaphor used in the example about the song.
[2 marks]3.
What best describes an extended metaphor?
Aa) A quick comparison between two things
Bb) A metaphor that develops throughout a passage
Cc) A literal description
Dd) A short simile
4.
How can recognizing extended metaphors enhance your understanding of song lyrics or poetry?
[3 marks]5.
Create an original extended metaphor inspired by a pop culture character or theme (e.g., superhero, musician, celebrity).
[5 marks]B
Analyzing Extended Metaphors in Song Lyrics
And I will walk a thousand miles just to see your face, like a lighthouse guiding ships through storms, my hope burns bright, never fading in the night. Your love is an ocean deep, waves crashing on my heart, an endless tide that pulls me back again and again.
1.
Identify the extended metaphors in this song excerpt and explain what they represent.
[3 marks]2.
What emotional effects do these metaphors evoke in the listener?
[2 marks]3.
What is the primary purpose of extended metaphors in lyrics?
Aa) They create a visual image
Bb) They add musical rhythm
Cc) They clarify literal meaning
Dd) They introduce humor
C
Creative Writing: Developing Your Own Extended Metaphor
Using pop culture themes (e.g., superheroes, celebrities, music), craft your own extended metaphor. Follow the checklist below to guide your writing.
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Checklist for creating your extended metaphor:
- Identify the central theme or element.
- Develop at least three descriptive comparisons.
- Connect the comparisons to illustrate a deeper meaning.
- Use vivid language and sensory details.
Write your extended metaphor below:
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