SImile 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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Provide an example of a simile.

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'Her smile is like the sun.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief.'

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What does the simile 'as brave as a lion' mean?

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It means someone is very courageous.

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What does the metaphor 'the world is a stage' imply?

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It implies that life is like a performance and people play roles.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons that use 'like' or 'as'.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for direct comparisons that do not use 'like' or 'as'.

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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.

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What does the phrase 'the classroom was a zoo' mean?

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It means the classroom was chaotic and noisy.