To solve this problem, we need to identify whether each sentence is a
simile or a
metaphor. Here's a brief explanation of the two terms:
-
Simile: A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as."
-
Metaphor: A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly states one thing is another, often for symbolic effect, without using "like" or "as."
Now, let's analyze each sentence:
---
1. Her eyes are like stars in the night sky.
- This sentence uses the word "like" to compare her eyes to stars.
-
Answer: Simile
---
2. Jack was a caterpillar, wiggling everywhere.
- This sentence directly states that Jack is a caterpillar, without using "like" or "as."
-
Answer: Metaphor
---
3. Simon was as cute as a small kitten.
- This sentence uses the phrase "as ... as" to compare Simon's cuteness to that of a small kitten.
-
Answer: Simile
---
4. His teeth were train tracks, so straight.
- This sentence directly states that his teeth are train tracks, without using "like" or "as."
-
Answer: Metaphor
---
5. Ava was a machine at the gym.
- This sentence directly states that Ava is a machine, without using "like" or "as."
-
Answer: Metaphor
---
6. Sally was as strong as an ox in the wild.
- This sentence uses the phrase "as ... as" to compare Sally's strength to that of an ox.
-
Answer: Simile
---
7. Her new car was as fast as a cheetah.
- This sentence uses the phrase "as ... as" to compare the speed of her car to that of a cheetah.
-
Answer: Simile
---
Final Answers:
1. Simile
2. Metaphor
3. Simile
4. Metaphor
5. Metaphor
6. Simile
7. Simile
---
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1. & \text{Simile} \\
2. & \text{Metaphor} \\
3. & \text{Simile} \\
4. & \text{Metaphor} \\
5. & \text{Metaphor} \\
6. & \text{Simile} \\
7. & \text{Simile} \\
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of metaphor worksheets.
