To solve the problem, we need to identify whether each statement is a
simile or a
metaphor. Let's go through each statement step by step:
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Definition Recap:
1.
Simile: A figure of speech that compares two different things using "like" or "as."
2.
Metaphor: A figure of speech that directly states one thing is another, without using "like" or "as."
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Statements and Analysis:
#### 1.
The clouds are like cotton balls in the sky.
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Analysis: This statement uses the word "like" to compare clouds to cotton balls.
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Conclusion:
Simile
#### 2.
She attracts attention like a magnet.
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Analysis: This statement uses "like" to compare her ability to attract attention to a magnet.
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Conclusion:
Simile
#### 3.
During the wedding, she was a vision.
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Analysis: This statement directly calls her a "vision" without using "like" or "as." It implies she looked beautiful, but it is a direct comparison.
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Conclusion:
Metaphor
#### 4.
There’s a silver lining in every cloud.
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Analysis: This statement directly refers to a "silver lining," which is a metaphor for hope or a positive aspect in a difficult situation. No "like" or "as" is used.
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Conclusion:
Metaphor
#### 5.
Sophia feels such an idiot as if she has two heads.
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Analysis: This statement uses "as if" to compare Sophia's feeling of being an idiot to having two heads.
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Conclusion:
Simile
#### 6.
The restaurant had a volume of noise equal to that of a rock concert.
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Analysis: This statement does not use "like" or "as" but directly compares the noise level of the restaurant to that of a rock concert.
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Conclusion:
Metaphor
#### 7.
Little Susie is a bundle of energy.
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Analysis: This statement directly calls Little Susie a "bundle of energy" without using "like" or "as."
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Conclusion:
Metaphor
#### 8.
The scene in the movie is nothing short of a dream.
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Analysis: This statement directly compares the movie scene to a dream without using "like" or "as."
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Conclusion:
Metaphor
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Final Answers:
1. Simile
2. Simile
3. Metaphor
4. Metaphor
5. Simile
6. Metaphor
7. Metaphor
8. Metaphor
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Boxed Final Answer:
$$
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1. & \text{Simile} \\
2. & \text{Simile} \\
3. & \text{Metaphor} \\
4. & \text{Metaphor} \\
5. & \text{Simile} \\
6. & \text{Metaphor} \\
7. & \text{Metaphor} \\
8. & \text{Metaphor} \\
\end{array}
}
$$
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of 5th grade simile and metaphor worksheet.
