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 simile: 'She is as bright as a button.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'as' to compare her brightness to a button.

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Identify the metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This is a metaphor because it describes the classroom as a zoo, implying it was chaotic.

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What do similes and metaphors have in common?

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Both similes and metaphors are used to create vivid imagery and comparisons in writing.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Her heart is a cold iron.'

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How can similes enhance writing?

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Similes enhance writing by making descriptions more relatable and vivid, helping readers visualize concepts.

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How can metaphors enhance writing?

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Metaphors enhance writing by providing deeper meanings and connections between ideas, making the text more engaging.

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What is the difference between similes and metaphors?

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