Simile, Metaphor, & 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 figure of speech: 'And I also learned - as with the wolves and the doe - '

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: '...a great red apron of blood.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The dogs danced around the fire.'

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Personification

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Columbia leaned back and laughed.'

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Personification

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Hawk launches herself like a speckled red missile.'

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Simile

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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 convey deeper meanings by suggesting that one thing is another.