Name That Nickname

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is about identifying epithets used to describe famous historical figures, characters from literature, and pop culture icons. Students are presented with sentences containing names followed by well-known epithets, such as “Honest Abe” and “The Bard,” and their task is to underline the epithet in each sentence. The exercise includes a variety of examples, ranging from presidents to explorers to fictional characters. By recognizing these descriptive phrases, students practice pinpointing how language is used to encapsulate and convey the essence of a person’s reputation or character.

The worksheet is designed to teach students to recognize epithets, which are descriptive phrases or titles that express a significant trait or achievement of an individual. It guides students to understand how epithets contribute to the identity of a person and can become almost synonymous with the individual they describe. This activity helps to enhance students’ comprehension and appreciation of figurative language. Moreover, it encourages them to notice how such language is used in everyday contexts, as well as in literature and history, fostering a deeper understanding of descriptive language.