Similes Quiz

What is a simile?

• A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

• A figure of speech that describes a person or thing using exaggerated or over-the-top language.

• A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'and'.

• A figure of speech that compares two similar things using 'like' or 'as'.

Which of the following is an example of a simile? A) The sun is like a golden ball. B) The sun is hot. C) The sun is bright.

• C. The sun is in the sky.

• A

• B. The sun is shining.

• D. The sun is round.

Complete the simile: As brave as a _______.

• mouse

• tiger

• lion

• bear

True or False: Similes use the words 'like' or 'as' to compare two things.

• True

• Maybe

• Sometimes

• False

Which of the following is a simile? A) The cat is sleeping. B) The cat is black. C) The cat is as quiet as a mouse.

• A. The cat is running.

• D. The cat is playing.

• B. The cat is hungry.

• C

What literary device is being used in the following sentence? 'Her smile was as bright as the sun.'

• metaphor

• hyperbole

• personification

• simile

Complete the simile: As light as a _______.

• brick

• feather

• cloud

• elephant

True or False: Similes and metaphors are the same thing.

• True

• Sometimes

• Not sure

• False

Which of the following is an example of a simile? A) The flowers are blooming. B) The flowers are colorful. C) The flowers are like a rainbow.

• A) The flowers are blooming.

• B) The flowers are colorful.

• C) The flowers are like a rainbow.

• D) The flowers are tall.

What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

• To provide factual information and support the main idea.

• To create a sense of mystery and suspense in the writing.

• To make comparisons and create vivid imagery

• To confuse the reader and make the writing more complex.