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 directly compares two different things by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Cindy is a fish when she swims.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Mary was as sweet as pie.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The fireworks were a lantern in the sky.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The lamp was a beacon of sunshine.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Mark's voice is velvet.'

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Metaphor

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and make comparisons clearer, helping readers visualize concepts.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and convey deeper meanings by suggesting one thing is another.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like the sun shining on a summer day.'