Simile 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 describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'My heart is a nest that had song-birds in it.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The ship of my soul is rolling to port at last.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The mermaid’s tail resembles a rainbow after a storm.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'She is as sad as the sea-bird going forth alone.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Who throws their money around like dandelions into the sunlight?'

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Simile

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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 emotional impact.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and connections between different ideas, allowing for deeper understanding and insight.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine on a rainy day.'