Similies

Similies

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English

5th - 6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a simile?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a simile using 'like'.

Back

Her smile was like sunshine.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a simile using 'as'.

Back

He is as brave as a lion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

Back

Similes enhance descriptions and help readers visualize comparisons.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the simile in this sentence: 'The stars twinkled like diamonds in the sky.'

Back

'like diamonds' is the simile comparing stars to diamonds.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the simile 'as busy as a bee' mean?

Back

It means someone is very busy or active.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Create a simile to describe someone who is very happy.

Back

She was as happy as a clam.

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