Simile 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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How do you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons that use the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'She is as fast as a cheetah'.

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How do you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for direct comparisons without 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'He is a shining star in the classroom'.

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True or False: Similes and metaphors are both used to create vivid imagery in writing.

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True

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help to create vivid images and make descriptions more relatable and understandable.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and can convey complex ideas in a more relatable way.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine on a rainy day.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The classroom was a zoo during recess.'

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.