Metaphors

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a comparison that states one thing IS another without using 'like'.

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How would you change 'He ate like a pig' into a metaphor?

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You would say 'He is a pig.'

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Which sentence is an example of a metaphor?

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'You are fire.'

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Identify the metaphor: 'Your crying is rain.' or 'Your crying is like rain.'

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'Your crying is rain.'

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Why are metaphors important?

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Metaphors help create imagery in writing and are a creative way of comparing.

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What does it mean to say 'Time is a thief'?

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It means that time steals moments from our lives, just like a thief would steal.

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Give an example of a metaphor involving a feeling.

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'Her smile was a ray of sunshine.'

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor states one thing IS another, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare.

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Create a metaphor for a busy day.

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'Today was a whirlwind.'

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What does 'He has a heart of stone' mean?

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It means he is emotionally cold or unfeeling.