Similes and Personification

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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 personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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What does 'as fast as lightning' mean?

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It means something is very fast.

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Complete the simile: 'As quiet as ______.'

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a mouse.

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What does 'the stars danced in the sky' mean?

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It means the stars looked like they were moving or twinkling, giving them a lively quality.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable and engaging.

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Complete the simile: 'As bright as ______.'

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the sun.

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What does 'the leaves danced in the wind' mean?

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It means the leaves moved lightly and quickly, as if they were dancing.

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What is an example of a simile?

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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What does 'as cool as a cucumber' mean?

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It means someone is very calm and relaxed.