Simile or Metaphor

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'She is 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 makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief.'

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

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The comparison is between 'he' and 'the wind', suggesting he runs very fast.

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

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The comparison is between 'the world' and 'a stage', suggesting that life is like a performance.

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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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Simile or Metaphor? 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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Metaphor

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Simile or Metaphor? 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Simile

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What is the key difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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The key difference is that a simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor does not.

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Identify the simile: 'He is as strong as an ox.'

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The simile compares 'he' to 'an ox', indicating great strength.

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Identify the metaphor: 'Her voice was music to his ears.'

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The metaphor compares 'her voice' to 'music', suggesting it was pleasant to hear.