Vocabulary Worksheet · Grades 6–9
Epithet Worksheet
A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 6-9 on epithets. Students learn how a descriptive word or phrase like ‘Honest Abe’ names and describes a person, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Vocabulary
Grades
Grades 6–9
Skill Focus
Epithet, figurative language
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
An epithet is a descriptive word or phrase used to name or describe a person or thing, such as ‘Alexander the Great.’ This worksheet teaches the device and related terms, and has students match terms and give examples.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines eight terms. Section A has eight clue-matching items. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Imagery and Figurative Language worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the terms.
Match each clue to a term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Figurative Language Worksheet for more practice.
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Epithet Worksheet
A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 6-9 on epithets. Students learn how a descriptive word or phrase like ‘Honest Abe’ names and describes a person, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
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