Similes

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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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Give an example of a simile.

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Her smile was as bright as the sun.

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Is 'Her eyes were ice' a simile?

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No, it is not a simile.

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Is 'It's raining cats and dogs' a simile?

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No, it is not a simile.

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Is 'There was a watermelon as big as a house' a simile?

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Yes, it is a simile.

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Is 'The frog's eyes sparkled like diamonds' a simile?

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Yes, it is a simile.

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Is 'Her stomach growled as loud as thunder' a simile?

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Yes, it is a simile.

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What words do similes use to compare things?

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Similes use the words 'like' or 'as'.

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Can you find a simile in this sentence: 'The wind howled like a wolf'?

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Yes, 'like a wolf' is a simile.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid images and comparisons in writing.