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  • Q1
    Complete this simile: The baby was like a _______________, grabbing at all the cans on the grocery store shelves.
    kangaroo
    jelly bean
    puppy
    octopus
    45s
  • Q2
    Complete this simile: The substitute muttered under her breath, "This class is like a _______________________."
    prairie
    church
    circus
    library
    45s
  • Q3
    Complete this simile: My love is like a ______________.
    jog in the park
    stereo cabinet
    lantern
    red, red rose
    45s
  • Q4
    Select the simile.
    He is a busy bee.
    The USA is a melting pot.
    Her skin is as soft as silk.
    The landslide of books fell on her head.
    45s
  • Q5
    Select the simile.
    The woman soared through the crowd.
    Her new class is an odd new planet.
    Richard the lion-hearted.
    The woman sang like a bird
    45s
  • Q6
    Your explanation was as clear as mud. What does this simile mean?
    The explanation was unnecessary.
    The explanation was unclear.
    The explanation was late.
    The explanation was great.
    45s
  • Q7
    His room was as clean as a whistle. What does this simile mean?
    The room was noisy.
    The room was very clean.
    The room was very messy.
    The room was strangely decorated.
    45s
  • Q8
    Watching the show was like watching grass grow. What does this simile mean?
    The show was about the environment.
    The show was boring.
    The show was enjoyable.
    The show was exciting.
    45s
  • Q9
    This dress is perfect because it fits like a glove. What does this simile mean?
    The dress looks pretty.
    The dress is uncomfortable.
    The dress is unattractive.
    The dress fit her very well.
    45s
  • Q10
    Which one is not a simile?
    She is as happy as a lark.
    The busy bee finished all his work.
    Her eyes are like diamonds.
    Float like a buttery.
    45s

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