SIMILES AND METAPHORS

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things by stating that one is the other.

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What is a simile?

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

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief.'

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Provide an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Do similes use 'like' or 'as'?

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Yes, similes use 'like' or 'as' to make comparisons.

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Do metaphors use 'like' or 'as'?

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No, metaphors 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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To create vivid imagery and enhance the reader's understanding by making comparisons.

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Identify the following: 'He is a lion in battle.'

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Metaphor.

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Identify the following: 'She swims like a fish.'

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Simile.

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What effect do metaphors have on language?

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They can convey complex ideas and emotions in a more relatable way.