Similes and Metaphors/Personification

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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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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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Identify the figurative language: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figurative language: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Simile

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Identify the figurative language: 'The stars danced in the sky.'

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Personification

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make comparisons that enhance understanding and engagement.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and connections between different ideas, making writing more impactful.

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What is the purpose of using personification in writing?

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Personification adds emotional depth and relatability to descriptions by attributing human traits to non-human elements.

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Identify the figurative language: 'The wind howled in the night.'

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Personification