Simile and Metaphor Flashcard

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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, 'Her smile is like sunshine.'

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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 figure of speech: 'I cradled my trophy like a baby.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Life is a highway.'

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Metaphor

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What do clouds and marshmallows have in common?

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They are both fluffy.

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Complete the simile: 'Her voice was like a _________ guiding me home.'

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lighthouse

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her hands shook like earthquakes.'

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Simile

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong connections between ideas and can convey deeper meanings.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'