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'. 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 makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify this: 'My brother was boiling mad.'

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This is a metaphor.

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Identify this: 'My grandma is as sweet as sugar.'

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This is a simile.

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What does it mean when someone is described as 'as tough as nails'?

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It means that the person is very strong or resilient.

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Identify this: 'He was a busy bee.'

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This is a metaphor.

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

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They help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more engaging.

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Identify this: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This is a metaphor.

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What is an example of a simile?

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'She sings like an angel.'

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What is an example of a metaphor?

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'He is a shining star in the classroom.'