“Eleven” Figurative Language Questions
1) In paragraph three, the author includes figurative language. How does the figurative language in the text help the reader understand the character’s feelings about getting older?
2) In paragraph 5, the author stated, “Only today I wish I didn’t have only eleven years rattling inside me like pennies in a tin can.” What does this figurative language mean and how does it affect the tone of the text?
3) Reread the first four paragraphs and note how many times the author starts a sentence with the word “and”. Why does the author make this choice?
4) When Sylvia says the sweater belongs to Rachel, how does Rachel respond? What does this reveal about how Rachel feels about herself?
5) Why does Rachel feel that Mrs. Price is “right”? Give evidence from the text to support your answer.
6) Identify some figurative language that is used for the sweater in paragraphs 12 – 14.
7) In paragraph 19, Rachel revisits the fact that she’s eleven. What simile is used to describe her behavior in that paragraph?