Asynchronous: Metaphors & 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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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'.

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Example of a simile: 'Your eyes shine like the sun.' What does this mean?

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It means that the person's eyes are bright and beautiful, similar to the brightness of the sun.

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Example of a simile: 'He is as funny as a monkey.' What does this mean?

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It means that the person is very funny, just like a monkey is often considered funny.

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What do we call the phrase 'like two peas in a pod'?

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This is an example of a simile.

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What do we call the phrase 'as big as an elephant'?

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This is an example of a simile.

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Can you give an example of a metaphor?

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An example of a metaphor is 'Time is a thief.' This means that time steals moments from our lives.

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How do you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' that indicate a comparison.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor does not.

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Why do we use similes in writing?

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Similes help make descriptions more vivid and relatable.