Similes & Metaphors Flocabulary GRADED

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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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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two different things without using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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How do similes and metaphors differ?

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Similes use 'like' or 'as' to make comparisons, while metaphors do not.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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She is as brave as a lion.

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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Time is a thief.

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What do both similes and metaphors do?

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Both similes and metaphors compare things.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language like similes and metaphors?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and making comparisons that deepen understanding.

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Can a metaphor be extended?

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Yes, an extended metaphor is a metaphor that is developed over several lines or throughout an entire work.

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What is an implied metaphor?

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An implied metaphor is a comparison that is not explicitly stated but is suggested through context.

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What is a dead metaphor?

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A dead metaphor is a figure of speech that has lost its original meaning or impact due to overuse.