A comparison between two different things using "like" or "as"

This uses "as...as" to compare bravery to a lion

Complete the simile: "The stars twinkled like _______ in the sky."

A direct comparison saying one thing IS another thing (without using "like" or "as")

This says the snow IS a blanket (direct comparison)

A simile uses "like" or "as" to compare. A metaphor says one thing IS another directly.

What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?

Giving human qualities, actions, or feelings to non-human things

Lightning cannot actually "dance" - this is a human action

The sea is "angry" and "threw" - human emotions and actions

Identify the personification: "The angry sea threw waves against the cliffs."

The repetition of the same consonant sound at the beginning of nearby words

Both repeat consonant sounds at word beginnings (S)

Which phrase is an example of alliteration?

"Sizzle" sounds like the sound it describes

Which word is an example of onomatopoeia?

Write an onomatopoeia for the sound a clock makes.

Extreme exaggeration used for emphasis or effect (not meant to be taken literally)

The bag doesn't literally weigh a ton - this is exaggeration

A phrase with a meaning that cannot be understood from the individual words

What does the idiom "under the weather" mean?

Two contradictory words placed together for effect

"Clearly" and "confused" are opposites combined

To emphasise a point, create rhythm, or make something memorable

A question asked for effect, not expecting an answer

This is asked to make a point, not to get information

When weather or nature reflects or enhances the mood of a scene

Using an object, colour, or image to represent a deeper meaning or idea

Darkness commonly represents evil, mystery, or danger

In stories, what does darkness often symbolise?

To show the character is brave, powerful, fierce, or commanding

Why might a writer use a simile comparing a character to a lion?

Creates rhythm, makes phrases memorable, can emphasise words or create mood

To make descriptions vivid, create mood, and help readers connect with non-human things

Flowers are given the human action of nodding

Identify the technique: "The flowers nodded their heads in the breeze."

The classroom IS a prison - direct comparison without like/as

Identify the technique: "The classroom was a prison."

Master similes, metaphors, personification and other literary techniques