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

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning. For example, 'spill the beans' means to reveal a secret.

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What does the metaphor 'heart of gold' mean?

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It means that someone is very kind and caring.

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What does the simile 'as sweet as candy' mean?

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It means that something tastes very good, similar to candy.

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Identify the type of figurative language: 'She is a shining star.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify the type of figurative language: 'He runs like the wind.'

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This is a simile.

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What does the idiom 'mad as a wet hen' mean?

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It means someone is very angry.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating vivid images and expressing ideas in creative ways.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'The classroom was as quiet as a mouse.'