Simile & Metaphor

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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 directly compares two different things 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 different things.

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How does a simile differ from 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 like sunshine on a rainy day.'

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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 and metaphors have on writing?

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They enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and helping readers understand concepts through comparison.

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Can you identify a simile in this sentence: 'He ran like the wind.'?

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Yes, 'like the wind' is a simile comparing his running speed to the wind.

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Can you identify a metaphor in this sentence: 'The world is a stage.'?

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Yes, 'the world is a stage' is a metaphor comparing life to a theatrical performance.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language like similes and metaphors?

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The purpose is to create more engaging and imaginative descriptions that evoke emotions and paint vivid pictures in the reader's mind.