Similes

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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'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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"Her smile was as bright as the sun."

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Is this a simile? 'The stars twinkled like diamonds.'

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Yes, it is a simile because it uses 'like' to compare stars to diamonds.

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Is this a simile? 'He runs fast.'

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No, this is not a simile because it does not compare two things.

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What does 'as big as a house' mean in a simile?

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It means something is very large, comparing it to the size of a house.

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Is this a simile? 'She is a shining star in the classroom.'

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No, this is not a simile; it is a metaphor.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes make descriptions more vivid and help readers understand ideas better.

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Is this a simile? 'The wind howled like a wolf.'

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Yes, it is a simile because it compares the wind to a wolf using 'like'.

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What is a common word used in similes?

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The words 'like' and 'as' are commonly used in similes.

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Is this a simile? 'He is as brave as a lion.'

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Yes, it is a simile because it compares bravery to a lion using 'as'.