Similes and 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'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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She is as brave as a lion.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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Time is a thief.

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What does 'as hungry as a bear' mean?

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It means someone is really hungry.

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What does 'he is a bear' mean when describing someone?

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It means he is grumpy.

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What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor does not.

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

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This compares his running speed to the wind using 'like'.

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Identify the metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This suggests the classroom was chaotic, comparing it to a zoo without using 'like' or 'as'.

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

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They make descriptions more vivid and help readers understand concepts better.