Similes

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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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Complete the simile: Her ring shines like _____.

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the sun.

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A simile COMPARES 2 things using the words ____ or _____.

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like, as.

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What does the simile 'Johnny was as quick as lightning' mean?

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Johnny is very fast.

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Complete the simile: As big as _____.

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an elephant.

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Complete the simile: As cold as _____.

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ice.

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Give an example of a simile using 'like'.

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Her smile is like sunshine.

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Give an example of a simile using 'as'.

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He is as brave as a lion.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable.

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Identify the simile: 'The stars shone like diamonds in the sky.'

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This compares stars to diamonds using 'like'.