Simile and Metaphor Flashcard

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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 by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the comparison in the simile: 'She swims like a fish.'

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The comparison is between 'she' and 'a fish', highlighting her swimming ability.

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Identify the comparison in the metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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The comparison is between 'the classroom' and 'a zoo', suggesting it was chaotic.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and making descriptions more relatable and engaging.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'His smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Her heart is a cold iron.'

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How can you tell if a phrase is a simile?

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A phrase is a simile if it uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.

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How can you tell if a phrase is a metaphor?

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A phrase is a metaphor if it makes a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the effect of using similes in poetry?

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Similes create vivid imagery and help readers visualize the emotions and scenes described.