Simile/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, 'He runs like the wind.'

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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 key word in a simile.

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The key words in a simile are 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the key word in a metaphor.

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A metaphor does not use specific key words; it directly states that one thing is another.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile is like the sun.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Life is a journey.'

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and making comparisons that help readers understand concepts better.

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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 between two different things.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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A metaphor will state that one thing is another, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'