Simile & Metaphor

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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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What is a simile?

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

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

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This is a metaphor comparing the classroom to a zoo, suggesting it was chaotic.

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

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This is a simile comparing his running speed to the wind.

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and helping readers understand concepts better.

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How many metaphors are in the sentence: 'The world is a stage'?

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There is 1 metaphor in this sentence comparing the world to a stage.

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What does the phrase 'dry as a bone' mean?

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This is a simile that means extremely dry.

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Identify the comparison: 'Her temper was a volcano ready to erupt.'

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This is a metaphor comparing her temper to a volcano, indicating it was about to explode.

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What are the two things being compared in the phrase 'as brave as a lion'?

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The comparison is between a person and a lion, suggesting the person is very brave.

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What is an example of a simile?

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An example of a simile is 'He is as fast as a cheetah.'