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'. 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 the simile: 'The clouds were like cotton candy.'

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The clouds are being compared to cotton candy.

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Identify the comparison in the metaphor: 'He is a lion in battle.'

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He is being compared to a lion, suggesting bravery.

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

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They enhance descriptions and help readers visualize concepts more vividly.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.'

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What do similes and metaphors have in common?

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Both are used to make comparisons and enhance language.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' that indicate a comparison.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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A metaphor does not use 'like' or 'as' and states that one thing is another.