Simile vs. Metaphor

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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, 'She is 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 key word in a simile.

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The key word in a simile is 'like' or 'as'. These words signal that a comparison is being made.

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Example of a simile: 'He runs like the wind.' What does this mean?

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This means that he runs very fast, comparing his speed to the wind.

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Example of a metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.' What does this mean?

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This means that the classroom was very noisy and chaotic, comparing it to a zoo.

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How can you tell if a sentence is a simile?

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A sentence is a simile if it uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two different things.

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How can you tell if a sentence is a metaphor?

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A sentence is a metaphor if it states that one thing is another thing, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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 and engaging.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors provide deeper meaning and can convey complex ideas in a more relatable way.

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Identify the simile: 'The stars are like diamonds in the sky.'

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This sentence compares stars to diamonds using 'like', making it a simile.