Similes and Metaphors

Similes and Metaphors

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English

7th Grade - University

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Her smile is like the sun.'

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the comparison: 'The cat's fur was a blanket of warmth.'

Back

The comparison is between 'fur' and 'blanket'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

Back

Look for the words 'like' or 'as' which indicate a comparison between two different things.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

Back

A metaphor does not use 'like' or 'as' and states that one thing is another.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of a simile: 'He is as brave as a lion.' What does this mean?

Back

It means that he is very brave, comparing his bravery to that of a lion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of a metaphor: 'The world is a stage.' What does this imply?

Back

It implies that life is like a performance where people play different roles.

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