Similes & 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 describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the simile: 'He runs like the wind.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'like' to compare his running speed to the wind.

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Identify the metaphor: 'The world is a stage.'

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This is a metaphor because it compares the world to a stage without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean when someone says 'She has a heart of gold'?

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This is a metaphor meaning that she is very kind and generous.

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Identify the simile: 'Her smile is as bright as the sun.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'as' to compare her smile to the brightness of the sun.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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They enhance descriptions and make writing more vivid and engaging.

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Identify the metaphor: 'He is a walking encyclopedia.'

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This is a metaphor because it compares a person to an encyclopedia, suggesting he knows a lot.

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What is an example of a simile?

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'The classroom was as quiet as a mouse.' This compares the quietness of the classroom to a mouse.

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What is an example of a metaphor?

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'Her voice was music to his ears.' This suggests that her voice was very pleasant without using 'like' or 'as'.