Simile or Metaphor?

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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 without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the comparison in this simile: 'He runs like the wind.'

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The comparison is between 'he' and 'the wind', suggesting he runs very fast.

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Identify the comparison in this metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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The comparison is between 'the classroom' and 'a zoo', suggesting it was chaotic.

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What word is commonly used in similes?

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

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and help readers visualize comparisons.

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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.

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Identify whether this is a simile or metaphor: 'Her smile was sunshine.'

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Metaphor.

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Identify whether this is a simile or metaphor: 'He is as tall as a giraffe.'

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Simile.

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What is an example of a simile?

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'The stars shone like diamonds in the sky.'