Similes and Metaphors

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two things that are alike in some way using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A comparison between two things that share a common characteristic, without using the words 'like' or 'as.'

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'Math is like a puzzle that never ends.'

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Simile

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'Life is a flower that grows more beautiful every day.'

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Metaphor

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'They stood alone, frozen statues on the plain.'

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Metaphor

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

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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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'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief that steals our moments.'

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What effect do similes have in writing?

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Similes create vivid imagery and help readers understand and relate to the subject by comparing it to something familiar.

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What effect do metaphors have in writing?

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Metaphors create deeper meanings and connections by suggesting that one thing is another, enhancing the reader's understanding.