Similes and Metaphors

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things by stating that one is the other, without using 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He was scared so much he was as white as a ghost.'

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Simile.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He is a night owl because he stays up late.'

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Metaphor.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'My brother was boiling mad.'

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Metaphor.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'He is a walking dictionary.'

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Metaphor.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'That girl is as tough as nails.'

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Simile.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes enhance descriptions and create vivid imagery by comparing one thing to another.

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

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Metaphors create strong imagery and convey deeper meanings by suggesting that one thing is another.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons that use 'like' or 'as'.