SIMILES AND 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'.

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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 by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief.'

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

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They enhance descriptions and create vivid imagery, making the text more engaging.

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Identify the simile in the following sentence: 'He was as brave as a lion.'

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'as brave as a lion' is the simile.

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Identify the metaphor in the following sentence: 'The world is a stage.'

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'The world is a stage' is the metaphor.

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How do similes and metaphors differ?

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Similes use 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while metaphors do not.

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What effect do metaphors have on the reader?

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Metaphors can evoke emotions and create deeper understanding by linking unfamiliar concepts to familiar ones.

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Create a metaphor for 'anger'.

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'His anger was a volcano ready to erupt.'