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'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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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 one is the other. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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What does it mean when we say 'Her diary was her best friend'?

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It means that her diary is very important to her, as it holds her secrets and thoughts.

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Identify the comparison in the simile: 'He runs like the wind.'

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The comparison is between his running speed and the speed of the wind.

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

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They enhance descriptions and help readers visualize and understand concepts better.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'The classroom was as quiet as a mouse.'

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The world is a stage.'

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What does the metaphor 'Her heart is a cold stone' imply?

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It implies that she is emotionally unfeeling or unkind.

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How can you identify a simile in a sentence?

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Look for the words 'like' or 'as' that indicate a comparison.

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How can you identify a metaphor in a sentence?

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A metaphor does not use 'like' or 'as' and states that one thing is another.