Simile and Metaphor

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between 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 makes a direct comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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Identify the key difference between a simile and a metaphor.

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The key difference is that a simile uses 'like' or 'as' for 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: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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An example of a metaphor is: 'Time is a thief.'

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What are the two things being compared in the metaphor: 'Her temper tantrum was a tornado passing through the Midwest'?

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The two things being compared are her temper tantrum and a tornado.

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What are the two things being compared in the metaphor: 'The crab was a dancing pair of scissors'?

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The two things being compared are the crab and a dancing pair of scissors.

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In the sentence 'Jimmy tried to help her, but when he got to his feet, his legs were jello,' what is being compared?

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The comparison is between Jimmy's legs and jello.

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What does the phrase 'The fruit salad was like a rainbow' imply?

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It implies that the fruit salad was colorful.

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

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The purpose is to create vivid imagery and enhance the reader's understanding by making comparisons.