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 without using 'like' or 'as', implying that one thing is another.

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Identify the key difference between similes and metaphors.

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The key difference is that similes use 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while metaphors do not.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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An example of a metaphor is: 'Time is a thief.'

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What does the phrase 'as clean as a whistle' mean?

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It means that something is very clean.

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Explain the meaning of the metaphor 'He is a night owl.'

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It means that he stays up late and is active during the night.

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What do similes and metaphors have in common?

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Both similes and metaphors are used to compare two different things.

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In the sentence 'Her hair was as black as coal', what two things are being compared?

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Hair and coal.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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They enhance descriptions and create vivid imagery for the reader.