Similes

What is a simile?

• A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'
• A type of poem
• A punctuation mark
• A type of sentence

Which of the following is a simile?

• The stars danced in the sky
• The sun is a bright light
• The cat sat on the mat
• The river flows swiftly

Complete the simile: As brave as a _______

• lion
• river
• book
• tree

What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

• To make descriptions more vivid and engaging
• To list facts
• To create suspense
• To provide instructions

Which of the following is a simile?

• She ran quickly
• His smile was as bright as the sun
• The birds chirped happily
• The clock struck midnight

Choose the correct simile: As busy as a _______

• bee
• cloud
• mountain
• river

Which of the following is a simile?

• The wind howled in the night
• Her eyes were like diamonds
• The car engine roared loudly
• The rain fell steadily

What does the simile 'As light as a feather' suggest about the object being described?

• It is very heavy
• It is very small
• It is very delicate and light
• It is very loud

Which of the following is a simile?

• The fire crackled and popped
• His words were sharp like knives
• The tree swayed in the wind
• The waves crashed against the shore

Choose the correct simile: As sly as a _______

• fox
• cloud
• mountain
• river