Simile & 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'. For example, 'He runs like the wind.'

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things 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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A metaphor does not use specific key words; it directly states that one thing is another.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.'

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable and understandable.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and can convey deeper meanings by suggesting a similarity between two different things.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons that use 'like' or 'as'.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for direct comparisons that do not use 'like' or 'as'.