Similes

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

Front

Complete the simile: As brave as a ______.

Back

lion

Front

Complete the simile: As busy as a ______.

Back

bee

Front

What does 'as light as a feather' mean?

Back

It means something is very light.

Front

What does 'as cool as a cucumber' mean?

Back

It means someone is very calm and relaxed.

Front

Complete the simile: As quick as a ______.

Back

flash

Front

Complete the simile: As strong as an ______.

Back

ox

Front

What does 'as sweet as sugar' mean?

Back

It means something is very sweet.

Front

What does 'as sharp as a tack' mean?

Back

It means someone is very intelligent or clever.

Front

Complete the simile: As smooth as ______.

Back

silk