Word Knowledge and Metaphorical Interpretation.

Readence, John E.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ289599

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1983

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Word Knowledge and Metaphorical Interpretation.

Readence, John E.; And Others

Research in the Teaching of English, v17 n4 p349-58 Dec 1983

Investigates the hypothesis that, in the case of individual similes, bits of lexical information, or word knowledge, are predictably and absolutely essential to the resolution of similes. (HOD)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Figurative Language, Grade 6, Intermediate Grades, Interpretive Skills, Knowledge Level, Metaphors, Reading Comprehension, Reading Research, Vocabulary Development, Word Recognition

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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