Types of imagery

Question 1

Simile

Answer 1

When the writer compares something to another using the words ‘Like’ or ‘as’.

Question 2

Metaphor

Answer 2

When the writer directly compares something to another.

Question 3

Personification

Answer 3

When the writer gives an object or item human or living characteristics.

Question 4

Basic example of a simile:

Answer 4

“He was graceful like a gazelle”

Question 5

Basic example of a metaphor:

Answer 5

“she is a fearsome lion”

Question 6

Basic example of personification:

Answer 6

“The wind howled in the wind”