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 different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the key word in a simile.

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The key words in a simile are 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the key word in a metaphor.

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Metaphors do not use specific key words; they directly state that one thing is another.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The classroom was a zoo during recess.'

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How can you tell if a sentence is a simile?

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A sentence is a simile if it compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.

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How can you tell if a sentence is a metaphor?

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A sentence is a metaphor if it states that one thing is another without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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 better.

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Can a metaphor be a simile?

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No, a metaphor cannot be a simile because a metaphor does not use 'like' or 'as' for comparison.