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 makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify whether the following is a simile or a metaphor: 'Time is a thief.'

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Metaphor

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Identify whether the following is a simile or a metaphor: 'She is as brave as a lion.'

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Simile

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What does the simile 'fought like cats and dogs' imply?

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It implies that the fighting was intense and frequent.

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What does the simile 'as hard as rocks' mean?

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It means that something is very hard.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.'

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Provide an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'

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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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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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