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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What does 'sweet as honey' mean?

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It means something is very sweet.

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Complete the simile: 'As flat as a _______.'

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pancake.

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What does 'My bed felt like a fluffy cloud' mean?

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It means the bed was very soft and fluffy.

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What does 'My granddad drives as slow as a snail' mean?

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It means my granddad drives very slowly.

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What words are used in a simile?

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The words 'like' and 'as' are used in a simile.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'

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What does 'as brave as a lion' mean?

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It means someone is very brave.

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What does 'as busy as a bee' mean?

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It means someone is very busy.

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What is the purpose of using similes?

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Similes help to create vivid imagery and make descriptions more interesting.