Let’s go through each sentence one by one and decide if it’s a
simile or a
metaphor.
Remember:
- A
simile compares two things using the words
“like” or
“as”.
- A
metaphor says one thing
is another thing — no “like” or “as”. It’s more direct.
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1.
The trees were like soldiers standing tall.
→ Uses the word
“like” → This is a
simile.
2.
Her dad is a beast on the football field.
→ Says he
is a beast (not “like” a beast) → This is a
metaphor.
3.
John’s sister is a cat, crawling everywhere.
→ Says she
is a cat → This is a
metaphor.
4.
His eyes are as blue as the ocean.
→ Uses
“as...as” → This is a
simile.
5.
The leaves were like bugs on the ground.
→ Uses
“like” → This is a
simile.
6.
She was an animal on the basketball court.
→ Says she
was an animal → This is a
metaphor.
7.
Her teacher was kind like an angel.
→ Uses
“like” → This is a
simile.
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Final Answer:
1. simile
2. metaphor
3. metaphor
4. simile
5. simile
6. metaphor
7. simile
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of simile and metaphor worksheet 5th grade.
