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Metaphor and Analogy Graphic Organizer

1. Topic/Concept Being Explored

What are you trying to describe or analyze? - Topic/Concept: _____________________________

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2. Metaphor Creation

Create a metaphor to understand your topic better. - Metaphor Sentence:
(Example: Life is a journey.)

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• What is being compared?

  • A: ___________________
  • B: ___________________

• What qualities do A and B share?

  • ___________________________
  • ___________________________

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3. Analogy Creation

Create an analogy to deepen understanding. - Analogy Sentence:
(Example: A cell is like a factory.)

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• Parts being compared in the analogy:
  

  Item from Concept/Topic	Matching Item in Analogy	Common Function/Reasoning

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4. Analysis of the Metaphor/Analogy

Question	Your Response
How does this metaphor/analogy enhance understanding?
What might the metaphor or analogy leave out?
Could any part of the comparison be misunderstood?

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5. Generate Your Own Examples

Brainstorm two more metaphors or analogies for the same topic.
1. ______________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________

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6. Reflection

Reflect on the use of metaphors and analogies in your learning. - What did you learn about the topic using this strategy?

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• How did metaphors and analogies help with your understanding?

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