Similes & 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, '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 directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the comparison in this simile: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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The comparison is between her smile and sunshine.

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Identify the comparison in this metaphor: 'He is a shining star.'

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The comparison is between him and a shining star.

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What do we call the words 'as big as an elephant' in the sentence: 'The bruise on George’s foot felt as big as an elephant'?

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These words are an example of a simile.

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In the sentence 'His legs were jello', what two things are being compared?

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The comparison is between his legs and jello.

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

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It means very dry, often used to describe something that lacks moisture.

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What does it mean when someone says they are on a 'rollercoaster of emotions'?

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It means they are experiencing a lot of different feelings, often changing quickly.

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In the phrase 'like two peas in a pod', what is being compared?

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The comparison is between best friends and peas, suggesting they are very similar.

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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.