Simile, Metaphor, & Personification flashcard

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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, objects, or ideas. For example, 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The stars danced in the sky.'

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Personification

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He is a shining star in the classroom.'

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Metaphor

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make comparisons that enhance understanding and engagement.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and convey deeper meanings by comparing unlike things.

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What is the purpose of using personification in writing?

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Personification brings inanimate objects or abstract ideas to life, making descriptions more relatable and engaging.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The leaves danced in the wind.'

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Personification