To solve this problem, we need to identify whether each sentence uses
simile,
metaphor, or
personification. Let's analyze each sentence step by step:
Definitions:
1.
Simile: A comparison using "like" or "as."
2.
Metaphor: A direct comparison without using "like" or "as."
3.
Personification: Giving human characteristics to non-human things.
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Sentences and Analysis:
1.
The painting looked as real as life.
- This sentence compares the painting to life using "as."
-
Figure of speech:
Simile
2.
The train screeched to a halt.
- The train is given a human-like action (screeching).
-
Figure of speech:
Personification
3.
Health is wealth.
- This sentence directly compares health to wealth without using "like" or "as."
-
Figure of speech:
Metaphor
4.
The snowflakes have six sharp fingers.
- Snowflakes are given human-like features (fingers).
-
Figure of speech:
Personification
5.
Ronald has been as busy as a bee, since morning.
- This sentence compares Ronald's busyness to that of a bee using "as."
-
Figure of speech:
Simile
6.
Watt has the heart of a lion.
- This sentence directly compares Watt's courage to that of a lion without using "like" or "as."
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Figure of speech:
Metaphor
7.
The star shone like a diamond.
- The star is compared to a diamond using "like."
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Figure of speech:
Simile
8.
The tree spread its arms and gave us shade.
- The tree is given human-like actions (spreading arms).
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Figure of speech:
Personification
9.
The fledgling looked as perfect as a picture.
- This sentence compares the fledgling to a picture using "as."
-
Figure of speech:
Simile
10.
Determination is the key to success.
- This sentence directly compares determination to a key without using "like" or "as."
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Figure of speech:
Metaphor
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Final Answers:
1. Simile
2. Personification
3. Metaphor
4. Personification
5. Simile
6. Metaphor
7. Simile
8. Personification
9. Simile
10. Metaphor
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Boxed Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1. & \text{Simile} \\
2. & \text{Personification} \\
3. & \text{Metaphor} \\
4. & \text{Personification} \\
5. & \text{Simile} \\
6. & \text{Metaphor} \\
7. & \text{Simile} \\
8. & \text{Personification} \\
9. & \text{Simile} \\
10. & \text{Metaphor} \\
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of 5th grade simile and metaphor worksheet.
