Simile or Metaphor

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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 by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What does it mean when we say 'The baby girl’s smile was the sun on dark days'?

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It means that the baby girl's smile brought happiness to others, especially during difficult times.

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'He is a night owl because he stays up late.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'The assignment was a breeze.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'My big brother is a couch potato.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'The band played as loud as a sonic boom.'

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This is a simile.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and helping readers understand concepts by relating them to familiar ideas.

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Give an example of a simile.

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was like sunshine on a rainy day.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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An example of a metaphor is: 'The classroom was a zoo during recess.'