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'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the other.

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

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This is a simile because it uses 'like' to compare running to the wind.

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Identify the metaphor: 'Time is a thief.'

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This is a metaphor because it suggests that time steals moments from our lives.

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What does the simile 'as brave as a lion' mean?

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It means someone is very courageous.

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What does the metaphor 'the world is a stage' imply?

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It implies that life is like a performance and we all have roles to play.

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True or False: Similes and metaphors can make writing more vivid and interesting.

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True

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What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while a metaphor does not.

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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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'He is a shining star in the classroom.'