Similes and Metaphors Flashcardizz

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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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Identify the comparison: 'The cat’s fur was as soft as a feather.'

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The cat’s fur is being compared to a feather.

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Identify the comparison: 'The swings on the playground are dragons swaying back and forth.'

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This is a metaphor comparing swings to dragons.

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Identify the comparison: 'The school’s playground is a fun kingdom for all of the students.'

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This is a metaphor comparing the playground to a kingdom.

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Identify the comparison: 'My pile of homework was a mountain to climb.'

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This is a metaphor comparing homework to a mountain.

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Identify the comparison: 'The school bus is a magical carriage taking me to a castle of learning.'

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The school bus is being compared to a magical carriage.

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

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They enhance descriptions and make writing more vivid and engaging.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'He is a shining star in the classroom.'