simile and 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'.

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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'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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She is as brave as a lion.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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Time is a thief.

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What does the simile 'as hungry as a bear' mean?

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It means someone is really hungry.

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In the phrase 'like two peas in a pod', what is being compared?

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It compares two best friends to peas, indicating they are very similar.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and help readers visualize comparisons.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and convey deeper meanings.

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Identify the comparison in the simile 'as big as an elephant'.

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It compares the size of something to an elephant, indicating it is very large.

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What are the key words that indicate a simile?

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The key words are 'like' and 'as'.