Similes (Year 6)

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What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the simile in the sentence: 'The stars shone like diamonds in the sky.'

Back

like diamonds

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Complete the simile: 'As brave as _______.'

Back

a lion

Front

What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

Back

Similes enhance descriptions and help create vivid imagery by comparing one thing to another.

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Identify the simile in the sentence: 'He runs like the wind.'

Back

like the wind

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Complete the simile: 'As busy as _______.'

Back

a bee

Front

What are the two words commonly used in similes?

Back

like, as

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Identify the simile: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

Back

as bright as the sun

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Complete the simile: 'As sweet as _______.'

Back

honey

Front

What is the effect of using similes in poetry?

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Similes create connections between different ideas and evoke emotions in the reader.