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

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

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Identify the comparison: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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This is a simile comparing her smile to the brightness of the sun.

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Identify the comparison: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This is a metaphor comparing the chaotic classroom to a zoo.

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Identify the comparison: 'He runs like the wind.'

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This is a simile comparing his running speed to the wind.

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Identify the comparison: 'The stars danced in the night sky.'

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This is personification, giving human action (danced) to stars.

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and making comparisons that help readers understand concepts better.

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Example of a simile: 'She is as busy as a bee.' What does this mean?

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This means she is very busy, similar to how bees are known for their constant activity.

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Example of a metaphor: 'He is a night owl.' What does this mean?

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This means he stays up late at night, similar to how owls are active at night.