Simile and Metaphor 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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Identify the key word in a simile.

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The key words in a simile are 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean if someone says, 'The classroom was a zoo'?

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It means the classroom was very noisy and chaotic, not that it was literally a zoo.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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They enhance descriptions and help readers visualize concepts by making comparisons.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine'.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'He is a shining star in the classroom'.

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What does the simile 'as smooth as silk' mean?

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It means something is very smooth.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for a direct comparison that does not use 'like' or 'as'.

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What does the phrase 'float like a butterfly, sting like a bee' suggest?

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It suggests being graceful and light in movement while also being powerful and impactful.