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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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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What does the simile 'as heavy as a box of bricks' imply?

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It implies that something is very heavy.

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What does 'slow as a snail' mean?

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It means that something moves very slowly.

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Identify the simile in this sentence: 'The dog is as big as a horse.'

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'as big as a horse'.

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What does the simile 'sick as a dog' mean?

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It means that someone is very ill.

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Identify the simile in this sentence: 'The girl was as blind as a bat without her glasses.'

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'as blind as a bat'.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and make comparisons clearer and more vivid.

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How can similes improve storytelling?

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They create imagery and help readers visualize concepts.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' for comparison, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.