30 Questions
Which of the following similes is NOT used in the text?
My love is like a red rose
Who is described as being proud in the text?
Kitty
Who is described as working slowly in the text?
Sruthy
Who is described as eating a lot in the text?
Shadow
Who is described as sleeping well in the text?
Stephen
Who is described as having sharp eyes in the text?
My father
Which figure of speech is often confused with simile?
Metaphor
Which words can be used to identify a simile?
Like or as
What is the purpose of using similes in language?
To elicit stronger emotions
Which examinations can benefit from knowing about similes?
IELTS, GRE, TOEFL
What is the easiest way to differentiate between a simile and a metaphor?
Look for the words 'like' or 'as'
Why are similes almost required for creative expression?
To activate emotions and generate connections
Which of the following best describes a simile?
A type of figurative language that compares two things using like or as.
Which of the following is an example of a simile?
Life is like a box of chocolates.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile compares two things using like or as, while a metaphor states that one thing is another thing.
Which of the following sentences is an example of a simile?
Lois moved across the room like a warship sailing into battle.
What do similes often make use of?
Exaggeration
Which of the following is NOT an example of a simile?
Dylan's a mean troll.
Which of the following is the correct definition of a simile?
A comparison of two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'
Which of the following is NOT an example of a simile?
As dangerous as a snake
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to make a comparison, while a metaphor directly states the comparison
Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
As big as a house
Which of the following is NOT a way similes can be used?
To establish a direct relationship between two things
Which of the following is an example of a simile using 'like'?
Like a diamond in the sky
Which of the following best describes a simile?
A figure of speech that compares two things using the words 'like' or 'as'
What is the main difference between a simile and a metaphor?
Similes use the words 'like' or 'as', while metaphors do not
What is the purpose of using similes in writing?
To make writing more vivid and interesting
Which of the following is an example of a simile?
'The very mystery of him excited her curiosity like a door that had neither lock nor key.'
How are similes and metaphors similar?
They both compare two things
Which of the following is NOT a simile?
'My father has eyes like a hawk. He finds out even the minutest of things.'
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