Similes and Metaphors

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Time is a thief.'

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Metaphor

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and create vivid imagery by comparing one thing to another.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create deeper meanings and connections by implying a comparison between two unrelated things.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.'

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' that indicate a comparison.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for a direct comparison that does not use 'like' or 'as'.