Similes

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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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True or False? A simile compares two things.

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True

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Is 'The frog jumped high' a simile?

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No, it does not compare two things.

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What does 'slow as a snail' mean?

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It means it moves very slowly.

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Fill in the blank: Mark switched off the lights. The room was ____________.

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as dark as night.

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What does 'strong like Superman' imply about my dad?

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It means my dad is very strong.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile is like the sun.'

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What word is often used in similes to show comparison?

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'Like' or 'as'.

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True or False? Similes can only compare living things.

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False, similes can compare anything.

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What is the purpose of using similes in writing?

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To create vivid imagery and make descriptions more relatable.