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 figure of speech: 'The stars are diamonds in the sky.'

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Metaphor

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Her smile is like sunshine.'

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Simile

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance writing by creating vivid imagery and helping readers understand concepts by relating them to familiar ideas.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He runs like the wind.'

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Simile

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Identify the figure of speech: 'The classroom was a zoo.'

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Metaphor

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What is an example of a simile?

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'The water was as clear as crystal.'

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What is an example of a metaphor?

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'Her voice was music to his ears.'

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How can you tell if a sentence is a simile?

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A sentence is a simile if it uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two different things.