Similes and metaphors

Front

Both similes and metaphors ________. Options: compare things, use the words “like” and “as”, are ways words can rhyme in a poem, make a story less vivid

Back

compare things

Front

Metaphor

Back

compares things without using the words “like” or “as”

Front

Which sentence contains a simile?

• The thunder was loud.
• The thunder boomed and rumbled.
• The thunder growled, and the windows shook.
• The thunder growled like a group of grizzly bears.

Back

The thunder growled like a group of grizzly bears.

Front

Which sentence contains a metaphor?
1. The boy was upset at himself.
2. The boy was a tornado of emotion.
3. The boy said he’d die of shame.
4. The boy did not like what he’d done.

Back

The boy was a tornado of emotion.

Front

Which of the following sentences contains a metaphor?

• Her eyes shone through the darkness.
• Her eyes looked like mine.
• Her eyes were two full moons.
• Her eyes were as bright as diamonds.

Back

Her eyes were two full moons.

Front

Identify the figure of speech in the sentence: The hug was like a soft blanket, wrapping Simone in warmth.

Back

simile

Front

The hug was like a soft blanket, wrapping Simone in warmth.

Back

This means that the hug made Simone feel warm and cared for.

Front

Identify the figure of speech in the sentence: Mikey waited in the cold until his fingers were icicles.

Back

metaphor

Front

Mikey waited in the cold until his fingers were icicles.

Back

This means that Mikey waited for a very long time and got very cold.

Front

Which one of the following IS a simile?

• Her hair was like snow.
• You are my sunshine.
• Success is key.
• He is a night owl.

Back

Her hair was like snow.