Similes (Year 6)

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

Front

Give an example of a simile.

Back

'He runs like the wind.'

Front

What does 'as brave as a lion' mean?

Back

It means someone is very brave.

Front

Complete the simile: 'As busy as a ________.'

Back

bee.

Front

Identify the simile: 'She is as sweet as sugar.'

Back

'as sweet as sugar'.

Front

What is the purpose of using similes?

Back

Similes help to create vivid images and comparisons in writing.

Front

Complete the simile: 'As light as a ________.'

Back

feather.

Front

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

Back

'like diamonds in the sky'.

Front

What does 'as cool as a cucumber' mean?

Back

It means someone is very calm and relaxed.

Front

Complete the simile: 'As tough as ________.'

Back

nails.