Understanding Similes

This video tutorial introduces the concept of similes, a literary device used to compare a real element with an imaginary one. It explains the components of a simile, including the comparative nexus, and provides examples to illustrate their use. The video also includes practice exercises to help viewers create their own similes. Finally, it encourages viewers to review the material if needed.

What is the main purpose of a simile in literature?

• To create a rhyme

• To compare two elements

• To narrate a story

• To describe a setting

Which of the following is NOT a comparative word used in similes?

• as

• like

• than

• and

In the example 'He runs as fast as lightning', what is being compared?

• His height and lightning

• His strength and lightning

• His speed and lightning

• His intelligence and lightning

In the sentence 'The girl was still like a statue', what does the simile suggest?

• The girl was very strong

• The girl was very quiet

• The girl was not moving

• The girl was very tall

What is the simile in the sentence 'She swims like a fish in water' comparing?

• Her swimming speed and a fish

• Her swimming style and a fish

• Her swimming ability and a fish

• Her swimming frequency and a fish

Complete the simile: 'He is slow like a ____.'

• horse

• rabbit

• turtle

• cheetah

Complete the simile: 'He was as hungry as a ____.'

• fish

• lion

• mouse

• bird

Complete the simile: 'The dress is white like ____.'

• snow

• milk

• clouds

• paper

What should you do if you need to review the concept of similes?

• Watch the video again

• Ask a friend

• Write an essay

• Read a book