Similes and Metaphors

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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 compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the comparison in this simile: 'She is as bright as a star.'

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The comparison is between 'she' and 'a star', suggesting she is very bright.

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Identify the comparison in this 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 do similes and metaphors have in common?

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Both similes and metaphors are used to make comparisons and create vivid imagery.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Her heart is a cold iron.'

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

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They enhance descriptions and help readers visualize concepts more clearly.

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Which of the following is a simile? 'The clouds are fluffy pillows.' or 'The clouds are cotton candy.'

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'The clouds are fluffy pillows.' is a simile because it uses 'are' to compare.

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Which of the following is a metaphor? 'He is a shining star.' or 'He is as bright as a star.'

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'He is a shining star.' is a metaphor because it does not use 'as' or 'like'.