Figurative Language Review: 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 directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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Identify the comparison: 'The stars are like diamonds in the sky.'

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The comparison is between 'stars' and 'diamonds'.

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Identify the comparison: 'He is a walking encyclopedia.'

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The comparison is between 'he' and 'an encyclopedia'.

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What word is often used in similes?

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The words 'like' or 'as' are often used in similes.

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What is the purpose of using figurative language?

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Figurative language is used to create vivid images and express ideas in a more imaginative way.

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Identify the type of figurative language: 'She is as sweet as sugar.'

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This is a simile.

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Identify the type of figurative language: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This is a metaphor.

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What does it mean if someone says, 'He runs like the wind'?

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It means he runs very fast.

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What does it mean if someone says, 'Her smile is a ray of sunshine'?

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It means her smile is very bright and cheerful.