Similes

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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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A simile COMPARES 2 things using the words ____ or _____.

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like, as

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Complete the Simile: As cold as _______

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ice

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The new smartphone is ____________. It doesn't weigh a ton like the old model.

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as light as a feather

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What does 'slow as a snail' mean?

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It means it moves very slowly.

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True or False? A simile COMPARES 2 things.

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True

Front

Give an example of a simile.

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He runs like the wind.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable.

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Complete the simile: As brave as a _______

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lion

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Complete the simile: As busy as a _______

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bee