Similes and Metaphors

Compare two different things using the word

" like" or " as"

Ex: They fought like cats and dogs.

You are as brave as lion.

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​Similes

compares something directly to something else, in order to create an image or resemblance (something which is similar)

Ex: Her cheek is on fire.

The night sky was the blanket of stars.

You are such an angel for helping me out.

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​ Metaphor

Multiple Choice

The cruel giant had a heart of

• blood

• wood

• stone

• gold

Multiple Choice

My baby sister has a little round nose.

• button

• stone

• carrot

• turnip

Multiple Choice

The cheetah shot across the plains like a .

• yoyo

• tortoise

• rocket

• snail.

Multiple Choice

My dad is a real couch - he does nothing but watch TV.

• pumpkin

• mushroom

• carrot

• potato

Multiple Choice

Our teacher looked as grave as a when she handed our report cards.

• judge

• doctor

• dentist

• singer

Multiple Choice

My godmother is my guardian and always helps me out when I have problems.

• fairy

• elf

• dwarf

• angle

Multiple Choice

My brother swims like a and wins every competition he enters.

• starfish

• fish

• sea urchin

• jellyfish

Multiple Choice

The little girl was as as a mouse on her first day at school.

• bold

• brave

• timid

• vain

Multiple Choice

The cheeky boy is nothing but a in the neck.

• ache

• pain

• hurt

• sore

Multiple Choice

Her sweet words were like to my ears.

• honey

• sugar

• salt

• jam