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

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When do we use similes?

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We use similes to create vivid imagery and make comparisons that help readers understand a concept better.

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When do we use metaphors?

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We use metaphors to express ideas in a more imaginative way, often to convey deeper meanings.

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Identify the figure of speech: '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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Identify the figure of speech: '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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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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They enhance writing by adding creativity, making descriptions more vivid, and helping readers visualize concepts.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Her heart is a cold iron.'

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What is the difference between similes and metaphors?

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Similes use 'like' or 'as' for comparisons, while metaphors do not.