Simile and Metaphor

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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 by stating that one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the comparison in this simile: 'She swims like a fish.'

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The comparison is between 'she' and 'a fish', indicating that she swims very well.

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Identify the comparison in this metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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The comparison is between 'the classroom' and 'a zoo', suggesting that the classroom was chaotic.

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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 helping readers understand concepts by relating them to familiar ideas.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He is as brave as a lion.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Her heart is a cold iron.'

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What does the simile 'as busy as a bee' mean?

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It means that someone is very busy and active.

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What does the metaphor 'the world is a stage' imply?

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It implies that life is like a performance and people play different roles.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' which indicate a comparison.