SIMILES AND METAPHORS

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the following: 'Her hair was like snow.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'like' to compare hair to snow.

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Identify the following: 'Time is a thief.'

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This is a metaphor because it directly compares time to a thief without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What do similes and metaphors have in common?

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Both similes and metaphors are used to make comparisons between two or more things.

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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 is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and help readers visualize comparisons more vividly.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create deeper meanings and connections between ideas, often evoking emotions.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' which indicate a comparison.