Similes 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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Provide an example of a simile.

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'As brave as a lion' is an example of a simile.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Give an example of personification.

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'The wind whispered through the trees' is an example of personification.

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What does the phrase 'as big as an elephant' illustrate?

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It illustrates a simile comparing size.

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How does personification enhance writing?

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Personification enhances writing by creating vivid imagery and emotional connections.

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What is the effect of using similes in writing?

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Similes create vivid imagery and help readers understand and relate to the subject.

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Identify the use of personification in the sentence: 'The flowers danced in the breeze.'

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The flowers are given the human ability to dance, which is an example of personification.

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What does 'sweet as honey' imply?

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It implies that something is very sweet.

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How can similes be used in poetry?

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Similes can be used in poetry to create imagery and evoke emotions.