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 without using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Time is a thief'.

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Identify the key word in a simile.

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The key word in a simile is 'like' or 'as'.

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Identify the key word in a metaphor.

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The key word in a metaphor is often 'is' or 'was'.

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Give an example of a simile.

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'Her smile is like the sun'.

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Give an example of a metaphor.

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'The classroom was a zoo'.

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

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Similes and metaphors enhance descriptions and help readers visualize concepts more vividly.

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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 direct comparisons without 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

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A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison without those words.