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Similes and Metaphors
Anticipatory Set
In as much detail as possible, describe a pineapple. In a few sentences, describe it’s look, smell, and feel.
Simile
is a comparison of two unlike things by using
the words “like” or “as”.
Simile
Children are like sponges absorbing knowledge.
Metaphor
is a direct comparison of two unlike things that may typically use words
“is”, “are”, or “was”.
Metaphor
They are two peas in a pod.
Similes and MetaphorsComparing and contrasting similes and metaphors:
http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/venn/
Similarities and Differences
Knowing the similarities and differences between a simile and a metaphor help you identify which poetic device is being used in a
sentence.
What two things are being compared in this sentence?
The sun was a furnace.
What two things are being compared in this sentence?
Carol was like a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.
What two things are being compared in this sentence?
His voice is like velvet.
Independent Practice
Write a simile or metaphor describing some aspect of this picture:
Independent PracticeWrite a simile or metaphor describing some aspect of this picture:
Independent PracticeWrite a simile or a metaphor describing some aspect of this picture:
Independent Practice
Using metaphors and similes, describe a pineapple again.
Change to a metaphor
Parker is as hungry as a horse.
Change to a simile
The inside of the house was a freezer.
Closing
What is a simile?
Closing
What is a metaphor?
Closing
Metaphor or Simile:
Jimmy is as tall as a mountain
Closing
Metaphor or Simile:
His voice is velvet