Grammar and Figurative Language Grade 8

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Which type of figurative language is being used: Leylany longs for love letters from her boyfriend.

Which type of figurative language is being used: Jose emerged from the gym, covered in a fine sheen of sweat and smelling like he lived in the jungle. His skin tasted of salt when he licked his lips and when he ran his hand over his face, it felt wet

Identify the gerund: Blowing bubbles on a windy day is a fun activity for children.

Identify the gerund: Markell narrowly avoided hitting the old lady with his shopping cart.

Which verbal mood indicates a command?

Identify the gerund: Covie really enjoys annoying the neighbors with loud music.

Which type of figurative language is being used: Nataijha is a butterfly, silently spreading joy to those around her.

What is the verbal mood of a sentence that simply states a fact? Ex: A cat sits on a stove.