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 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: 'Ewww...your feet smell like rotten eggs.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Mariatu was as quiet as a mouse as she snuck into her sister's room.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Mrs. Reale's cheeks were as red as tomatoes when she was embarrassed.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Madison's sister looked like a princess in her blue prom dress.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The distant stars were glimmering stars in the night sky.'

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Metaphor

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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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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine on a rainy day.'