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Read the story “Bailey’s Escape” below.

Rewrite the story and add in the types of sensory and figurative language listed below. You should have two examples of imagery and one example each of simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, onomatopoeia, and oxymoron. (16 total points)

Use the list below as a checklist to make sure you have added each requirement. If you get stuck, use the Sensory Word List and the Figurative Language List for help.

TWO examples of Imagery- Use description to add sensory language that appeals to your readers’ senses of sight, sound, smell, touch, or taste. Use at least TWO of the five senses. (4 points)
Simile- add a comparison that uses “like” or “as” (2 points)
Metaphor- add a direct comparison that says one thing is another thing (2 points)
Personification- add a phrase where you give human traits to something that is not human (2 points)
Hyperbole- add an exaggeration (2 points)
Onomatopoeia- add a word that represents a sound (2 points)Directions- This is a read only document. You must make a copy for yourself to be able to type in the document. To make a copy, follow these instructions:
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Assignment Instructions: (This help video walks you through the instructions.)

Read the story “Bailey’s Escape” below.

Rewrite the story and add in the types of sensory and figurative language listed below. You should have two examples of imagery and one example each of simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, onomatopoeia, and oxymoron. (16 total points)

Use the list below as a checklist to make sure you have added each requirement. If you get stuck, use the Sensory Word List and the Figurative Language List for help.

TWO examples of Imagery- Use description to add sensory language that appeals to your readers’ senses of sight, sound, smell, touch, or taste. Use at least TWO of the five senses. (4 points)
Simile- add a comparison that uses “like” or “as” (2 points)
Metaphor- add a direct comparison that says one thing is another thing (2 points)
Personification- add a phrase where you give human traits to something that is not human (2 points)
Hyperbole- add an exaggeration (2 points)
Onomatopoeia- add a word that represents a sound (2 points)
Oxymoron- add a phrase made of two or more words that actually have opposite meanings (2 points)
Highlight each phrase or sentence that you added with the appropriate color and add a label with the type of sensory or figurative language used. (See the example below.)

Submit this assignment to the drop box at the end of Unit 6 Lesson 9.

Example: (Your re-written story should look like this.)

Kayla gasped for air as her heart pounded out of her chest. (Personification) She knew if she stopped now, she may not see Bailey again for a million years.(Hyperbole) The little dog had leaped over the fence when the fireworks started and took off like a shot (Simile) down the street. He obviously did not care for the beautiful red, blue, and green streaks that lit up the inky black night. (Imagery)

Read the story below.

“Bailey’s Escape”

Kayla gasped for air. She knew if she stopped now, she may not see Bailey again. The little dog had leaped over the fence when the fireworks started and took off down the street. He obviously did not care for the fireworks.

Kayla turned the corner onto Applegate Avenue when she heard a sound. Kayla stood still, listening for Bailey. Sure enough, she heard a few small yips coming from the Jackson’s open garage. Kayla walked toward the Jackson’s house. A moment later, Mrs. Jackson met Kayla on the front walk holding Bailey.

“Thank you so much,” said Kayla. “I’ve been chasing him!”

“Well, I don’t blame him for running,” Mrs. Jackson replied, handing the dog back to Kayla. “Those loud sounds have been getting on my nerves too.”

Kayla walked home holding Bailey to keep him from squirming away. Once they were back inside the safety of their house, Kayla put Bailey in his dog bed and he settled down.

Rewrite the story to add sensory and figurative language as directed in the instructions above. Remember to highlight and label each phrase or sentence that you add. (This box will enlarge as you type if you need more room.)

Answer 1

Certainly! Below is a rewritten version of the story “Bailey’s Escape,” incorporating the required sensory and figurative language. Each added phrase has been highlighted and labeled accordingly.

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“Bailey’s Escape” (Rewritten)

 Kayla gasped for air, her heart pounding like a drum in her chest. (Simile) She knew that if she paused now, she may not see her beloved Bailey for an eternity. (Hyperbole) The little dog had leaped over the fence when the fireworks exploded into a dazzling display of colors and took off like a bullet (Simile) down the street. He was indifferent to the brilliant reds, blues, and greens that illuminated the dark night sky. (Imagery)

 Kayla turned the corner onto Applegate Avenue, her ears pricked for any sound that would guide her to Bailey. Suddenly, she heard a series of excited yips, each note a plea for attention, echoing from the Jackson’s open garage. (Imagery) Kayla stood still, heart racing as she strained to listen for more of Bailey’s familiar calls. Sure enough, the tiny barks grew louder, calling her to action. 

 A moment later, Mrs. Jackson appeared at the front walk, as if she had been waiting with open arms, cradling Bailey like a precious gem. (Metaphor) 

 “Thank you so much,” said Kayla, relief washing over her like a warm wave. (Imagery) “I’ve been chasing him!” 

 “Well, I can’t blame him for bolting,” Mrs. Jackson replied, returning the dog to Kayla. “Those loud booms (Onomatopoeia) have been driving me up the wall!” (Hyperbole)

 Kayla walked home, cradling Bailey to keep him from squirming away, feeling the warmth of his tiny body calming her racing heart. Once they were back inside the fortress of their home, (Metaphor) Kayla gently placed Bailey in his plush dog bed, where he curled up peacefully, the world around him drifting into a blissful silence. (Personification)

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Checklist of Added Language

• Imagery 1: "the brilliant reds, blues, and greens that illuminated the dark night sky."
• Imagery 2: "excited yips, each note a plea for attention, echoing from the Jackson’s open garage."
• Simile: "her heart pounding like a drum in her chest."
• Simile: "took off like a bullet."
• Metaphor: "cradling Bailey like a precious gem."
• Metaphor: "the fortress of their home."
• Personification: "he curled up peacefully, the world around him drifting into a blissful silence."
• Hyperbole 1: "I may not see my beloved Bailey for an eternity."
• Hyperbole 2: "those loud booms have been driving me up the wall!"
• Onomatopoeia: "loud booms."
• Oxymoron: "blissful silence."

Feel free to adjust any aspect of the rewritten story to better suit your style or interpretations!