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 describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What does it mean when we say 'his legs were jello'?

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It means that his legs felt weak and shaky, similar to how jello is soft and wobbly.

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Identify the comparison in the simile 'as big as an elephant'.

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The comparison is between the size of something and the size of an elephant.

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What does the phrase 'dry as a bone' mean?

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It means extremely dry, with no moisture at all.

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In the sentence 'The baby girl’s smile was the sun on dark days', what is being compared?

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The baby girl's smile is being compared to the sun, suggesting it brings happiness.

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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 ideas by relating them to familiar concepts.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like a ray of sunshine.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The classroom was a zoo during recess.'

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What does it mean if someone has a 'wooden face'?

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It means that the person looks serious and does not show emotions.