tick the correct words within the brackets 1. (Slept/laughed) like a log 2.(danced/ twisted) like a peacock.3.( Whimpered/Worked) like a bee . 4.(bubbled/hattered) like a monkey. 5.(crawled/ galloped) like a horse. 6.(Hopped/Seam) like a fish.
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slept ,danced,whimpered ,hattered,galloped,hopped
The correct answers are as follows:
1. Slept like a log
2. Danced like a peacock.
3. Worked like a bee .
4. Bubbled like a monkey.
5. Galloped like a horse.
6. Swim like a fish.
- The phrases have been explained as follows:
1. Slept like a log- comparing the immobility of an inanimate object to that of a sleeping person( who is comparably immobile).
2. Danced like a peacock- A peacock is known for its beauty and movements, so the movements of a good dancer is compared to its graceful movements.
3. Worked like a bee- Bees are known for their hardwork as they keep on making hives. Hence, hardwork is compared to it.
4. Bubbled like a monkey- Bubbling refers to cheerful spirits which is the characteristic of a monkey. Hence, enthusiastic movements are been compared to that of a monkey.
5. Galloped like a horse- Horse exhibits galloping movement which means to run fast. Hence, faster movements are compared to it.
6. Swim like a fish- Fishes live in water and are known for swimming, hence, a strong and efficient swimmer is compared to it.