Simile or Metaphor?

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a comparison using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a comparison that does not use the words 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify this example: 'The cooing baby was just as cute as a kitten.'

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Simile

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Identify this example: 'Jacob was a real pig during brunch.'

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Metaphor

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What do similes and metaphors have in common?

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Both are figures of speech used to make comparisons.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like the sun.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief.'

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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To create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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To convey deeper meanings and create connections between different ideas.

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Identify this example: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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Metaphor