Distinguish literal from nonliteral (figurative) language in context and interpret common idioms and phrases
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Question 1 of 3
Read the two sentences. 1) Maya was on fire during the science fair, answering every question correctly. 2) The old blanket was on fire after the camp stove tipped over. Which sentence uses the phrase “on fire” figuratively, and what does it mean?
Question 2 of 3
Read the sentence: "The classroom was a zoo." Is this statement literal or figurative, and what does it mean?
Question 3 of 3
Read the sentence: "It's raining cats and dogs." Is this sentence literal or figurative, and what does it mean?
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