Similes

Similes consist a group pf words that compare One thing to another.

Often, the words "____" and "___" are used.

• like, as

• than, as

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The woodcutter's eyes were ____ when he saw the hidden treasure in the cave.

• as bright as the moon

• as sleepy as a koala

• as red as a ruby

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

He crept into the room _________.

• as quiet as a mouse

• as graceful as a swan

• as strong as an ox

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

He was as angry as _________.

• a grizzly bear

• ice

• two peas in a pod

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The twins are like ______.

• two peas in a pod

• cotton candy

• millions of tiny diamonds

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The little girl's hair is _______.

• as soft as silk

• as smooth as glass

• as sturdy as an oak

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The dancer dances _____ on the stage.

• as slow as a tortoise

• as graceful as a swan

• as strong as an ox

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Adam is just recovered from his illness. He is _____.

• as dead a dodo

• as pale as a sheet

• as strong as an ox

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Mr Daniel insists not to change his decision even it's wrong. He is indeed _______.

• as dead a dodo

• as obstinate as a mule

• as feeble as a child

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Ryan is ______ because he won a trip to London.

• as happy as a king

• as cunning as a fox

• as fit as a fiddle

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D