Similes & 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'. 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 simile in this sentence: 'He runs like the wind.'

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The simile is 'like the wind', comparing his running speed to the wind.

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

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The metaphor is 'a zoo', suggesting the classroom was chaotic.

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

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It means someone is very busy or active.

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What does the metaphor 'the world is a stage' imply?

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It implies that life is like a performance and we all play roles.

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Identify the simile: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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The simile is 'like sunshine', comparing her smile to the warmth of sunshine.

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Identify the metaphor: 'He is a shining star in the classroom.'

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The metaphor is 'a shining star', suggesting he stands out or excels.

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

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They enhance descriptions and help create vivid imagery.

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Identify the simile: 'The night sky was as dark as coal.'

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The simile is 'as dark as coal', comparing the darkness of the night sky to coal.