Simile and Metaphor Flashcard

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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 describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The boy was a cheetah in the race.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'You are the apple of my eye.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'I cradled my trophy like a baby.'

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Simile

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What does it mean to say 'Life is a highway'?

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It means that life is full of twists, turns, and journeys, similar to driving on a highway.

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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 and understand concepts better.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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Metaphor

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What is an example of a simile?

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'He runs like the wind.'