Similes and Metaphors Week 7 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 describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What does it mean when we say 'Her diary was her best friend'?

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This metaphor means that her diary is very important to her, as it keeps her secrets safe.

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Identify the comparison in the simile 'as hungry as a bear recently awakened from hibernation'.

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This simile compares someone's hunger to a bear's hunger after waking up from a long sleep.

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What are the two things being compared in the metaphor 'The crab was a dancing pair of scissors'?

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The metaphor compares the crab to a pair of scissors, emphasizing its quick and sharp movements.

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance descriptions and help readers visualize ideas by making comparisons.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'He runs like the wind' is an example of a simile.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage' is an example of a metaphor.

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What does the phrase 'Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee' mean?

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This simile means to move gracefully and quickly, while also being able to strike hard when necessary.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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You can identify a simile by looking for the words 'like' or 'as' that indicate a comparison.