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, 'He is 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 makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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Identify the simile: 'She swims like a fish.' or 'The world is a stage.'

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'She swims like a fish.' is a simile.

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Identify the metaphor: 'He is a shining star in the classroom.' or 'He runs as fast as lightning.'

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'He is a shining star in the classroom.' is a metaphor.

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What does it mean when we say 'The classroom was a zoo'?

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It means the classroom was very noisy and chaotic, comparing it to a zoo.

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Complete the simile: 'He is as brave as a ____.'

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lion.

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Complete the metaphor: 'Her voice is music to my ____.'

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ears.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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They help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more engaging.

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Identify the simile: 'The clouds were like cotton candy.' or 'The clouds were cotton candy.'

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'The clouds were like cotton candy.' is a simile.

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Identify the metaphor: 'Life is a journey.' or 'Life is like a journey.'

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'Life is a journey.' is a metaphor.