1. Romeo and Juliet Figurative
Language
English I
NCVPS

2. A different look at similes and
metaphors
 This funny video explains
similes and metaphors
using pop culture
references
 If you’ve had a hard time
with what these terms
mean, this is a great way
to understand the
concepts!
 Click the camera to watch
it

3. Simile in Romeo and Juliet
“If he be married
My grave is like to be my wedding bed”
Juliet

4. Watch this short video on
metaphors
Source:
http://video2.ted.com/talk/podcast/2009G/None/JamesGeary_2009G-low-en.mp4

5. Metaphor in Romeo and
Juliet
“My lips, two blushing pilgrims, ready stand
To smooth that rough touch with a tender kiss”
Romeo

6. Personification
 This is a great student
video that talks about
personification
 Disney and kids
movies are great
examples of
personification!

7. Alliteration
 “I Am the Very Model of a
Modern Major General” is a
song from Pirates of
Penzance.
 Open the link to the lyrics
here
 As you read along with the
lyrics, watch the video of
the song
 Pay attention to the
alliteration of M