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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What do similes and metaphors do?

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Both similes and metaphors compare two or more things to create vivid imagery or understanding.

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Does a simile use 'like' or 'as'?

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Yes, similes use 'like' or 'as' to make comparisons.

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Does a metaphor use 'like' or 'as'?

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No, metaphors do not use 'like' or 'as'.

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Example of a simile: 'He is as fast as a cheetah.' What is being compared?

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The speed of a person is being compared to the speed of a cheetah.

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Example of a metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.' What does this imply?

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It implies that the classroom was very noisy and chaotic, like a zoo.

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What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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The main difference is that similes use 'like' or 'as' for comparisons, while metaphors do not.

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Can you give an example of a metaphor?

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Sure! 'Her voice was music to his ears.' This means her voice was very pleasant.

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Can you give an example of a simile?

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Of course! 'The night sky was as dark as coal.' This compares the darkness of the sky to coal.