Standards RL.9-10.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone). SL.9-10.4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically. The content, organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. SL.9-10.5. Make strategic use of digital media in presentations to enhance findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. L.9-10.5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Step 1: All about Figurative LanguageFigurative language can be found in literature, movies, and music. For this summative activity, you are going to a song to analyze!
Step 3: Find the Figurative LanguageIdentify at least 3 examples of figurative language in the song. Define each type of figurative language and explain how you know this (textual support from song). Explain how the examples of figurative language impact the meaning of the song.
You can do this via Google Docs (essay), Google Slide Presentation, Video Lesson (you explaining it), Podcast, etc.
Step 4: SubmitOnce you are finished, upload and submit your summative activity in Google Classroom. Make sure to proof-read your work for errors first!