Similes and Metaphors

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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 simile: 'He runs like the wind.'

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This is a simile because it uses 'like' to compare his running speed to the wind.

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Identify the metaphor: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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This is a metaphor because it compares the classroom to a zoo, suggesting it was chaotic.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors?

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and making comparisons that help readers understand concepts better.

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Complete the simile: 'She is as bright as ____.'

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a button.

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Complete the metaphor: 'He is a shining star in the ____.'

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classroom.

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What two things are being compared in the simile: 'Her smile is like sunshine.'?

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Her smile and sunshine.

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What two things are being compared in the metaphor: 'The world is a stage.'?

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The world and a stage.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' which indicate a comparison.