Simile Flashcard

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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'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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"He runs like the wind."

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Is the phrase 'cold as ice' a simile?

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Yes, it compares coldness to ice using 'as'.

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What does the phrase 'busy as bees' mean?

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It means being very busy, similar to how bees are always working.

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Identify if this is a simile: 'The students finished their assignment like ninjas.'

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Yes, it is a simile because it compares students to ninjas using 'like'.

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Is 'right on the tip of my tongue' a simile?

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No, it is not a simile; it is an idiom.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and make comparisons clearer and more vivid.

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Identify if this is a simile: 'The soldiers were brave as lions.'

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Yes, it is a simile because it compares soldiers' bravery to lions using 'as'.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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Can similes be used in poetry?

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Yes, similes are commonly used in poetry to create imagery.