Similes, Metaphors and Personification

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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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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Identify the following: 'The stars danced in the sky.'

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This is an example of personification.

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Identify the following: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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This is an example of a simile.

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Identify the following: 'Time is a thief.'

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This is an example of a metaphor.

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What is the primary difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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The primary difference is that a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor does not.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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An example of a simile is: 'He runs like the wind.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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An example of a metaphor is: 'The world is a stage.'

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What effect does personification have in literature?

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Personification creates vivid imagery and helps readers connect emotionally with non-human elements.