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, 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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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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How do similes and metaphors differ?

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Similes use 'like' or 'as' to make comparisons, while metaphors do not. Similes create a more explicit comparison, whereas metaphors imply a comparison.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'The wind howled like a wolf.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The classroom was a zoo.'

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What does it mean when someone says 'the world is a stage'?

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This metaphor suggests that life is like a play, where people have roles to perform.

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Identify the simile in this sentence: 'He runs like the wind.'

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The phrase 'like the wind' is the simile comparing his running speed.

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Identify the metaphor in this sentence: 'Her heart is a cold iron.'

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The phrase 'cold iron' is the metaphor describing her heart.

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

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They enhance descriptions, create vivid imagery, and help convey emotions and ideas more effectively.

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What is an example of a metaphor in poetry?

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In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, the road represents choices in life.