Simile and Metaphor

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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 compares two different things without using the words 'like' or 'as.'

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Identify the two things being compared in the metaphor: 'Time is a thief.'

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'Time' and 'a thief'.

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What does the simile 'as brave as a lion' imply?

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It implies that someone is very brave.

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What is the purpose of using similes and metaphors in writing?

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They enhance descriptions and create vivid imagery.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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'Her smile was like sunshine.'

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Provide an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.'

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What is the effect of the metaphor 'Her words were a soothing balm'?

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It suggests that her words provided comfort and healing.

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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'.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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Look for comparisons that do not use 'like' or 'as'.