Wonders Vocabulary Unit 2: Week 5 - Grade 4

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What does it mean to describe something?

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To describe something means to tell about its characteristics or qualities in detail.

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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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What is a rhyme?

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A rhyme is a repetition of similar sounds in the final syllables of words, such as 'cat' and 'hat'.

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What is meter in poetry?

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Meter is the pattern of syllables in a line of poetry, determining its rhythm.

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What is descriptive language?

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Descriptive language uses vivid details to create a picture in the reader's mind.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance writing by making comparisons that create vivid imagery and help readers understand concepts better.

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How do metaphors differ from similes?

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Metaphors directly state that one thing is another, while similes use 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison.

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What is an example of a rhyme?

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An example of a rhyme is 'moon' and 'June'.

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Why is meter important in poetry?

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Meter gives poetry its rhythm and can affect the mood and flow of the poem.