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Which of the following is a simile?
Which of the following is a simile?
- The wind whispered secrets through the trees.
- Her smile was like sunshine on a rainy day. (correct)
- His words were a soothing balm for her soul.
- The stars danced in the night sky.
Which sentence contains a metaphor?
Which sentence contains a metaphor?
- The city is a jungle, full of life and energy. (correct)
- The fire crackled and popped in the night.
- The flowers nodded in the breeze.
- The old house groaned in the wind.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
- A simile is used in poetry, while a metaphor is used in prose.
- A metaphor uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a simile makes a direct comparison.
- A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare, while a metaphor makes a direct comparison. (correct)
- A simile is more expressive than a metaphor.
