Similes

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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'.

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Complete the simile: As flat as a _______

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pancake

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Complete the simile: As big as _______

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an elephant

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What does 'Johnny was as quick as lightning' mean?

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Johnny is very fast.

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What does 'My bed felt like a fluffy cloud' mean?

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The bed was very soft and fluffy.

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What does 'The football player is as fast as a cheetah' mean?

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The football player is quick.

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Give an example of a simile using 'like'.

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Her smile was like sunshine.

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Give an example of a simile using 'as'.

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He is as brave as a lion.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable.

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Identify the simile: 'The stars were like diamonds in the sky.'

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This simile compares stars to diamonds.