Similes & Metaphors Flashcard

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike 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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Why do we use similes and metaphors?

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We use similes and metaphors to create vivid and interesting pictures in our mind, making our writing and speaking more engaging.

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Identify this figure of speech: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This is a metaphor, comparing the classroom to a zoo to suggest it was noisy and chaotic.

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Identify this figure of speech: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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This is a simile, comparing her smile to sunshine using 'like'.

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What does the metaphor 'He has a heart of stone' mean?

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It means that he is emotionally cold or unfeeling.

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What does the simile 'She is as busy as a bee' imply?

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It implies that she is very busy and active, just like a bee.

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Identify this figure of speech: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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This is a personification, giving the wind human-like qualities.

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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 directly states that one thing is another.

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What does the metaphor 'Life is a journey' suggest?

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It suggests that life is full of experiences and changes, similar to traveling.