simile and 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, 'She is 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 noisy and chaotic.

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and helping readers understand concepts better.

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Simile or Metaphor? 'Her smile was a ray of sunshine.'

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Metaphor

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Simile or Metaphor? 'He is as strong as an ox.'

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Simile

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What does the metaphor 'Her heart is a cold iron' mean?

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It means she is emotionally unfeeling or unkind.

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What does the simile 'He is as busy as a bee' mean?

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It means he is very busy and active.

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Identify the simile: 'The stars shone like diamonds in the sky.'

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The comparison is between 'the stars' and 'diamonds', suggesting they are bright and sparkling.