3.RL.4

Figurative Language

ELAGSE3RL4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases both literal and nonliteral language as they are used in the text.

 I can determine the meaning of words and phrases used literally in a text. I can determine the meaning of words and phrases used nonliterally in a text. I can explain the difference between literal and nonliteral meaning of words. I can identify words and phrases in a text that have literal meaning. I can identify words and phrases in a text that have non-literal meaning. I can identify a variety of grade-level appropriate strategies to determine the meaning of words and phrases.