A metaphor is an implied comparison of two things that are not alike. Here are some examples of a metaphors:
“At five o’clock the road was a parking lot.” This metaphor compares a road to a parking lot; none of the cars are moving because traffic is very heavy.
“John is tied up in traffic.” The metaphor compares John’s situation to traffic which is not moving. Therefore, it seems the traffic has tied John up, as if ropes were holding his car.
“Sitting in the sun, car was a furnace. The metaphor compares a car which is in the sun to a hot furnace.
Task 2: Which of these phrases is an example of a metaphor? A. The calm lake was a mirror. (Key) B. The oranges spilled from the bag. C. The hail covered the driveway.
Task 3: two choices: