Simile or Metaphor?

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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'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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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'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The stars danced in the sky.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He is as fast as a cheetah.'

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This is a simile.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable and understandable.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and can convey complex ideas in a more relatable way.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'She has a heart of stone.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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This is a metaphor.

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What is a common phrase that is a simile?

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'As busy as a bee' is a common simile.

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What is a common phrase that is a metaphor?

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'The world is a stage' is a common metaphor.