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 characteristics are attributed to non-human things or abstract concepts.

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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 is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'The world is a stage.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify whether the following is a simile or metaphor: 'He runs like the wind.'

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This is a simile.

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and making comparisons that help readers understand concepts more clearly.

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Can a metaphor be extended? Provide an example.

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Yes, a metaphor can be extended. For example: 'Life is a journey; we travel through ups and downs, learning from every twist and turn.'