Language List 12

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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, 'The runner was as fast as a cheetah.'

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What does it mean to be similar?

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To be similar means to have things in common or to be alike in some way.

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What is a symphony?

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A symphony is a long piece of music written for an orchestra, typically in four movements.

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What is the meaning of symmetry?

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Symmetry refers to a balanced and proportionate similarity in shape and size of parts on opposite sides of a dividing line or around a center.

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What is mimicry?

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Mimicry is the ability of an organism to resemble another organism or object, often for protection or to attract prey.

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What is a facsimile?

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A facsimile is an exact copy or reproduction of a document, artwork, or other item.

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What is a symbol?

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A symbol is a mark, sign, or word that represents an idea, object, or relationship.

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What is a symptom?

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A symptom is a physical or mental feature that indicates a condition or disease.

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Give an example of a simile.

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An example of a simile is: 'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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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 compare, while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.