Simile Flashcards
What is a simile?
A figure of speech that compares two different things using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
True or False: A simile is the same as a metaphor.
False
Fill in the blank: A simile typically uses the words ______ or ______.
‘like’ or ‘as’
Identify the simile: ‘Her smile was like the sun.’
‘like the sun’
Which of the following is a simile? A) He ran fast. B) She is as brave as a lion. C) The stars twinkled.
B) She is as brave as a lion.
What effect does a simile have in writing?
It creates vivid imagery and makes comparisons clearer.
True or False: Similes can only be used in poetry.
False
Provide an example of a simile.
He is as sly as a fox.
What is the primary function of a simile?
To draw a comparison between two unlike things.
Fill in the blank: Similes are often used to enhance ______ in writing.
imagery
Which word is commonly associated with similes?
‘like’ or ‘as’
True or False: Similes can improve the emotional impact of writing.
True
Complete the simile: ‘She swims like ______.’
a fish
What literary device is similar to a simile but does not use ‘like’ or ‘as’?
Metaphor
Identify the simile: ‘He is as strong as an ox.’
‘as strong as an ox’
