Device Detectives Guided Notes Case File #83026
DEVICE DETECTIVES
Official Field Guide: Investigative Notes & Warm-Up
Classified
Agent Name:
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PHASE 1
Do Now: Vocabulary Briefing
Copy each key term's core definition from the briefing board, then draft a quick sentence using the device.
1. Hyperbole
Exaggerated claim
Definition:
Sentence:
2. Personify
Human traits to items
Definition:
Sentence:
3. Alliterate
Same starting sound
Definition:
Sentence:
4. Onomato.
Sound effect word
Definition:
Sentence:
5. Idiom
Non-literal expression
Definition:
Sentence:
PHASE 2
Video Intel Briefings
Watch each assigned briefing video and capture real-world observations from the screen.
VIDEO 1 INTEL
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Listen to the popular songs. Find and transcribe one real example of Hyperbole or Personification used in a lyric:
Device:
The Lyric Quote:
VIDEO 2 INTEL
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Analyze these sound-based examples from the presentation slides:
Alliteration: "A hairy, hungry hog, a dizzy, delicate dog, a fun, filling, feast..."Onomatopoeia: "BOOM!, POW!, DID YOU HEAR THAT?"
Why do writers use these word-sounds?
VIDEO 3 INTEL
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Deep dive into idioms. Explain the core difference between:
Literal Meaning:
Figurative Meaning (Idiom):
Debrief Challenge: The Double-Agent Device
Write a single custom sentence that contains BOTH of your chosen devices below.
Target Devices: □ Hyp. □ Pers. □ Allit. □ Onom. □ Idiom
My Synthesis Sentence:
Unit: Figurative Devices Confidential - For Student Detective Use Only Form #F-101
Device Detectives Practice Assignment Case File #83027
DEVICE DETECTIVES
Mission Assignment: Evidence Matching & Analysis
Active Case
Agent Name:
Date:
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EXHIBIT A
Definition Matching
Write the letter of the correct figurative language device in the space provided next to its description.
A. Hyperbole
B. Personification
C. Alliteration
D. Onomatopoeia
E. Idiom
______ An expression whose meaning is not predictable from the literal words.
______ Giving human qualities or characteristics to an animal, object, or idea.
______ An extreme, deliberate exaggeration used to emphasize a point or add drama.
______ The repetition of the same consonant sound at the start of adjacent words.
______ A word that phonetically mimics, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes.
EXHIBIT B
Context Fill-In-The-Blanks
Use the exact term from the word bank above to complete each field report observation.
1. When Detective Sterling said his case files weighed ten tons, he was using to make his point.
2. The rusted iron gate creaked and groaned in the midnight wind, displaying clear .
3. "The slimy, slithering snake slipped past" is an excellent demonstration of .
4. "The tires of the getaway car went screech! as it spun away," which relies on .
5. When the captain told the rookie to "bite the bullet," he used a common for enduring pain.
EXHIBIT C
Crime Scene Investigation: Passage Analysis
Read the crime scene briefs. For each brief, identify the primary device used, transcribe the text evidence, and explain the true meaning.
Brief #01
"Detective Martinez sat waiting in the dark stakeout van. The silence in the alley was deafening, screaming for someone to break it."
1. Device Identified:
2. Text Evidence (Quote the specific phrase):
3. Analysis (Explain the impact or literal meaning):
Brief #02
"When Sergeant Vance heard that the vault was empty, he hit the roof. He had told the bank managers a hundred times to double-check the locks."
1. Device Identified (Identify at least one):
2. Text Evidence (Quote the specific phrase):
3. Analysis (Explain the impact or literal meaning):
Unit: Figurative Devices Confidential - For Student Detective Use Only Form #F-102
Device Detectives Creative Prompts Case File #83028
DEVICE DETECTIVES
Creative Writing Brief: Undercover Narrative
Classified Draft
Agent Name:
Date:
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MISSION OBJECTIVE: THE MIDNIGHT HEIST
Write a short descriptive paragraph (5-8 sentences) about a high-stakes detective investigation, a midnight chase, or solving a major mystery. Your writing must include all five figurative language devices you have investigated.
Evidence Checklist
Check each device off as you write it. Write down your exact phrase next to the checkbox.
Hyperbole
Personification
Alliteration
Onomatopoeia
Idiom
Tip: Try describing sounds with Onomatopoeia and the physical climate with Hyperbole!
REPORT NO. 442
Detective's Official Case Narrative
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EXHIBIT D
Undercover Decoder: Explain Your Work
1. Decode Your Idiom:
Write your idiom and explain what it actually means literally.
2. Deconstruct Your Hyperbole:
Write your hyperbole. What does it emphasize and why did you exaggerate it?
Unit: Figurative Devices Confidential - For Student Detective Use Only Form #F-103
Device Detectives Teacher Guide Instructor File #83029
DEVICE DETECTIVES
Teacher Briefing: Instructional Pacing & Answer Keys
Teacher Edition
PACING
Mission Timeline (60 Minutes)
1. Warm-Up (10 Min)
Students complete the Do Now vocabulary definitions and draft initial sample sentences.
2. Briefing (15 Min)
Play the 3 YouTube clips. Direct students to capture song lyric examples, slide quotes, and idioms.
3. Practice (20 Min)
Distribute the Practice Assignment . Circulate to check identifying evidence in Part 3.
4. Writing (15 Min)
Students draft their detective narrative, double-checking their 5 figurative tools.
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Official Answer Key: Practice Assignment
Exhibit A: Definition Matching
1: E (Idiom)
2: B (Person.)
3: A (Hyperb.)
4: C (Allit.)
5: D (Onoma.)
Exhibit B: Context Fill-In
1: Hyperbole
2: Personification
3: Alliteration
4: Onomatopoeia
5: Idiom
Exhibit C: Passage Analysis
Brief #01 Analysis:
Device: PersonificationEvidence: "The silence... screaming for someone to break it."Explanation: Silence is given the human action of "screaming" to emphasize how intense and noticeable the quiet was in the alley.
Brief #02 Analysis:
Device: Idiom (or Hyperbole)Evidence: "hit the roof" / "told them a hundred times"Explanation: "Hit the roof" means he became extremely angry. "A hundred times" is a hyperbole showing exaggeration of his warnings.
EVALUATION
Case Closed: Grading Guidelines
Evaluate student narratives based on the following professional instructional criteria.
1. Complete Devices Are all 5 devices checked off? Students must use each of the 5 devices correctly in context within their story. Check their list against their writing to verify accuracy.
2. Accurate Decoder Did they accurately explain what their idiom meant literally, and did they successfully break down how their hyperbole was an exaggeration of facts?
3. Cohesive Narrative Does the story flow naturally and follow a clear detective or mystery theme? The tone should be engaging and the writing must show student efforts at descriptive writing.
Word Arcade Guided Notes ★ INSERT COIN TO PLAY ★
WORD ARCADE: QUEST NOTES
Level 1: Power-Up Guide & Video Mission Briefing
STAGE 01
Player Name:
Date:
Class/Squad:
QUEST 1
Do Now: Power-Up Vocabulary
Copy each power-up's ability definition, then test your skills by writing a quick practice sentence.
1. Hyperbole
Extreme exaggeration
Definition:
My Sentence:
2. Personify
Human traits to items
Definition:
My Sentence:
3. Alliterate
Same starting sound
Definition:
My Sentence:
4. Onomato.
Sound effect words
Definition:
My Sentence:
5. Idiom
Non-literal phrase
Definition:
My Sentence:
QUEST 2
Video Quest Log (Intelligence Feeds)
Watch each video feed and unlock the required quest data in the fields below.
FEED 1: POP HITS
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Listen to the hit song lyrics! Capture one real example of Hyperbole or Personification:
Device:
Lyric Quote:
FEED 2: SOUND EFFECTS
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Analyze the sound devices in the presentation:
Alliteration: "A hairy, hungry hog, a dizzy, delicate dog, a fun, filling feast..."Onomatopoeia: "BOOM! POW! DID YOU HEAR THAT?"
Why do authors use sound effects?
FEED 3: IDIOM CODES
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Decode the idioms. Explain the crucial difference between:
Literal Meaning:
Figurative Meaning:
Combo Attack: Dual-Device Mastery
Combine any two devices into a single powerful sentence to earn bonus XP.
Combo Selected: □ Hyp. □ Pers. □ Allit. □ Onom. □ Idiom
My Combo Sentence:
Unit: Word Arcade High Score Quest System Card #ARC-101
Word Arcade Practice Worksheet ★ BOSS BATTLE MODE ★
WORD ARCADE: BOSS BATTLE
Level 2 Assignment: Power-Up Matching & Passage Analysis
STAGE 02
Player Name:
Date:
Class/Squad:
LEVEL 2A
Power-Up Definition Matching
Match each figurative language power-up to its official battle description. Write the correct letter in each slot.
A. Hyperbole
B. Personification
C. Alliteration
D. Onomatopoeia
E. Idiom
______ A common expression whose real meaning is completely different from its literal words.
______ Giving human personality traits, thoughts, or emotions to non-human objects.
______ A colossal exaggeration made on purpose to dramatically emphasize a point.
______ The repetition of the identical starting consonant sound in a series of words.
______ A sound-effect word that mimics the real-life noise or vibration it describes.
LEVEL 2B
Quick-Time Fill-In Challenges
Fill in the blanks using the 5 figurative language power-ups from the bank above.
1. Saying "I died a million deaths on that level" is an example of .
2. "The arcade cabinet swallowed my tokens and smiled" uses .
3. "Pixelated players punched perilous pixel monsters" features .
4. "The laser blasted with a loud ZAP! " relies on .
5. When the coach said "piece of cake" about the final boss, he used an .
LEVEL 2C
Boss Stage: Game Passage Analysis
Read the two game lore passages. Identify the device used, quote the evidence, and explain its impact on the reader.
Stage 01 Lore
"The shadow dragon lunged forward. Leo held his breath as the cold castle dungeon stared back at him with hollow, judging eyes."
1. Device Identified:
2. Text Evidence (Quote the phrase):
3. Analysis (Explain the effect/meaning):
Stage 02 Lore
"With only two seconds left on the clock, Maya pulled her controller tight. Her heart was beating at a speed of ten thousand miles per hour."
1. Device Identified:
2. Text Evidence (Quote the phrase):
3. Analysis (Explain the effect/meaning):
Unit: Word Arcade High Score Quest System Card #ARC-102
Word Arcade Creative Writing ★ HIGH SCORE CHALLENGE ★
WORD ARCADE: HIGH SCORE QUEST
Level 3 Creative Writing: The Ultimate Story Boss
STAGE 03
Player Name:
Date:
Class/Squad:
QUEST GOAL: THE PIXEL REALM ESCAPE
Write a short video game adventure story (5-8 sentences) where your character enters a virtual world or battles an epic video game boss. To win the ultimate high score, your story must include all five figurative language power-ups!
Power-Up Inventory
Check each power-up as you cast it in your story. Record your exact words.
Hyperbole
Personification
Alliteration
Onomatopoeia
Idiom
Combo Tip: Use an Idiom when your hero speaks to their companion!
SCORE: 999,990
Player 1 Story Log
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LEVEL 3B
Cheat Code Decoders: Explain Your Mechanics
1. Decode Your Idiom:
Write your idiom and explain its literal definition.
2. Deconstruct Your Hyperbole:
Write your hyperbole. What does it exaggerate and why?
Unit: Word Arcade High Score Quest System Card #ARC-103
Word Bakery Guided Notes ★ FRESH FROM THE OVEN ★
WORD BAKERY: RECIPE NOTES
Level 1: Recipe Pantry Prep & Video Tasting Notes
Recipe #01
Head Chef:
Date:
Kitchen Class:
STEP 1
Do Now: Pantry Ingredient Prep
Define each figurative flavor ingredient from the kitchen board, then write a short taste-test sentence for each.
1. Hyperbole
Extreme exaggeration
Definition:
My Sentence:
2. Personify
Human traits to items
Definition:
My Sentence:
3. Alliterate
Same starting sound
Definition:
My Sentence:
4. Onomato.
Sound effect words
Definition:
My Sentence:
5. Idiom
Non-literal phrase
Definition:
My Sentence:
STEP 2
Video Tasting Kitchen
Watch each culinary video lesson and record the savory examples you discover.
VIDEO 1: POP FLAVORS
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Listen to the songs! Write down one lyric example of either Hyperbole or Personification:
Figurative Flavor:
Song Lyric Quote:
VIDEO 2: SIZZLING SOUNDS
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Analyze these delicious sound examples:
Alliteration: "A hairy, hungry hog, a dizzy, delicate dog, a fun, filling feast..."Onomatopoeia: "BOOM! POW! DID YOU HEAR THAT?"
Why do bakers use crispy sound words?
VIDEO 3: IDIOM RECIPES
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Sweet idioms! Explain the difference between:
Literal Meaning:
Figurative Meaning (Idiom):
Chef's Special: Two-Ingredient Recipe Blend
Mix two figurative ingredients into one delicious sentence!
Ingredients Selected: □ Hyp. □ Pers. □ Allit. □ Onom. □ Idiom
My Special Blend Sentence:
Unit: Word Bakery Warm & Sweet Figurative Language Recipe Sheet #WB-101
Word Bakery Practice Worksheet ★ BAKERY TASTE TEST ★
WORD BAKERY: KITCHEN PRACTICE
Level 2: Ingredient Matching & Flavor Passage Analysis
Recipe #02
Head Chef:
Date:
Kitchen Class:
STEP 1
Flavor Definition Matching
Match each figurative language ingredient to its culinary definition by writing the correct letter in each space.
A. Hyperbole
B. Personification
C. Alliteration
D. Onomatopoeia
E. Idiom
______ A playful phrase whose true figurative meaning cannot be taken literally.
______ Giving human traits, warm smiles, or lively actions to objects and treats.
______ A gigantic, sweet exaggeration used to emphasize a delicious point.
______ Repeating the same starting consonant sound across adjacent words in a row.
______ A crispy word that phonetically mimics the delightful sound it makes.
STEP 2
Recipe Fill-In Sentences
Select the correct figurative device from the pantry bank above to complete each sentence.
1. Saying "this triple-chocolate cake weighs a million tons" is an example of .
2. "The teapot danced and whistled happily on the warm stove" uses .
3. "The baker baked batches of buttery blueberry biscuits" is a showcase of .
4. "The popcorn made a loud POP! in the pan," which relies on .
5. When Chef Chloe said making frosting was a "piece of cake," she used an .
STEP 3
Bakery Story: Passage Analysis
Read the two cozy kitchen passages. Identify the device, quote the words, and explain the cozy effect.
Kitchen Story #01
"Early in the morning, the aroma of warm vanilla whispered softly through the cozy bakery hallways, inviting everyone to wake up."
1. Device Identified:
2. Text Evidence (Quote the phrase):
3. Analysis (Explain the feeling created):
Kitchen Story #02
"Chef Leo tasted the strawberry glaze and smiled. His eyes sparkled as he announced that this was the greatest pastry in the history of the universe."
1. Device Identified:
2. Text Evidence (Quote the phrase):
3. Analysis (Explain the feeling created):
Unit: Word Bakery Warm & Sweet Figurative Language Recipe Sheet #WB-102
Word Bakery Creative Writing ★ MASTER BAKER CHALLENGE ★
WORD BAKERY: BAKE A STORY
Level 3: Creative Writing & Secret Recipe Decoding
Recipe #03
Head Chef:
Date:
Kitchen Class:
CHEF'S CHALLENGE: THE GRAND BAKERY OPENING
Write a short descriptive story (5-8 sentences) about a morning at a bustling, magical bakery or making an unforgettable birthday dessert. To make your recipe shine, your story must include all five figurative language ingredients!
Recipe Ingredients
Check off each flavor ingredient as you mix it into your story.
Hyperbole
Personification
Alliteration
Onomatopoeia
Idiom
Baker's Tip: Let your cakes or ovens speak with Personification!
RECIPE CARD #44
Chef's Story Journal
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STEP 4
Flavor Decoder: Explain Your Ingredients
1. Decode Your Idiom:
Write your idiom and explain what it actually means literally.
2. Deconstruct Your Hyperbole:
Write your hyperbole. What did you exaggerate and why?
Unit: Word Bakery Warm & Sweet Figurative Language Recipe Sheet #WB-103
