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 does it mean to compare?

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To compare means to examine the similarities and/or differences between two or more things.

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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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'The classroom was a zoo.'

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance descriptions and help readers visualize ideas more vividly.

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

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This sentence compares his running speed to the wind using 'like'.

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Identify the metaphor: 'The world is a stage.'

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This sentence suggests that life is like a performance without using 'like' or 'as'.

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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 make a comparison, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.

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Which of the following is a simile? 'She is a star.' or 'She shines like a star.'

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'She shines like a star.' is a simile because it uses 'like'.