Metonymy Worksheets

Vocabulary · Grades 6–9

Metonymy Worksheets

A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 6-9 on metonymy. Students learn that metonymy uses a word or phrase closely associated with something to stand for that thing, then interpret eight metonyms drawn from journalism, history, and everyday speech and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.

Metonymy Lessons and Resources

Worksheet · Grades 6–9

Metonymy Worksheet

A printable vocabulary worksheet for grades 6-9 on metonymy. Students learn that metonymy uses a word or phrase closely associated with something to stand for that thing, then interpret eight metonyms drawn from journalism, history, and everyday speech and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.