Similes and Metaphors

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike 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 comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the key difference between similes and metaphors.

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The key difference is that similes use 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while metaphors do not.

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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 are the two components of a metaphor?

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The two components of a metaphor are the tenor (the subject being described) and the vehicle (the image used to describe the subject).

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What does it mean to say 'the world is a stage'?

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This metaphor suggests that life is like a play, where people have roles and act out their parts.

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How can metaphors enhance writing?

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Metaphors can enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and helping readers understand complex ideas through relatable comparisons.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes are used to create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable and understandable.

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Identify the two words being compared in the metaphor: 'The camper was a chicken when he heard a growl in the forest.'

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The two words being compared are 'camper' and 'chicken'.