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, 'Her hair shined like the sun.'

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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, 'Emily is an early bird.'

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her hands shook like earthquakes.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The teacher was a guiding light to her students.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'I cradled my trophy like a baby.'

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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 descriptions more relatable and engaging.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors provide deeper meaning and can convey complex ideas in a more relatable way.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'The stars twinkled like diamonds in the sky.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'Time is a thief that steals our moments.'

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons using 'like' or 'as'.