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 unlike things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'He 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 unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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Identify the simile: 'She swims like a fish.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'like' to compare her swimming to a fish.

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

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This is a metaphor because it compares the classroom to a zoo without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean when we say 'He has a heart of stone'?

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This metaphor means that he is emotionally cold or unfeeling.

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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 in a relatable way.

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Identify the simile: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'as' to compare her smile to the brightness of the sun.

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Identify the metaphor: 'The world is a stage.'

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This is a metaphor because it suggests that life is like a performance without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is an example of a metaphor in everyday language?

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An example is 'He is a night owl,' meaning he stays up late.

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What is an example of a simile in everyday language?

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An example is 'She is as busy as a bee,' meaning she is very active.