Simile

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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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Give an example of a simile using 'as'.

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She is as brave as a lion.

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Give an example of a simile using 'like'.

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He runs like the wind.

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What does 'as busy as a bee' mean?

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It means someone is very busy and active.

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What does 'as hungry as a bear' mean?

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It means someone is very hungry.

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What does 'cried like a baby' mean?

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It means someone is crying very loudly or in a way that resembles a baby.

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What does 'as quick as a cat' mean?

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It means someone is very fast.

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What does 'ran like the wind' mean?

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It means someone ran very fast.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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Similes help to create vivid images and comparisons that make writing more interesting.

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Can similes be used in everyday conversation?

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Yes, similes are often used in everyday conversation to express ideas more clearly.