Tuck Everlasting Figurative Language RAFT

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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 by stating that one thing is another. 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 different things using the words 'like' or 'as.' For example, 'Her smile is like the sun.'

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What does 'neither' mean in figurative language?

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'Neither' indicates that a statement does not fit into the categories of metaphor or simile. For example, 'My dog eats food' is a literal statement.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.' This suggests that life is like a performance.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.' This compares his speed to the wind.

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What is the purpose of figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by adding depth and creativity, helping readers visualize concepts.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for phrases that describe one thing as if it were another without using 'like' or 'as.'

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons that use 'like' or 'as' to connect two different things.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor directly states one thing is another, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two things.

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What is an example of a sentence that is neither a metaphor nor a simile?

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'The cat is sleeping on the mat.' This is a straightforward statement.