Question

Similes A simile is a figure of speech making a comparison using the words like or as to describe something. Example: Vivian's hands are as cold as ice. As cold as ice describes the noun, PRACTICE Underline the simile used in each sentence. Explain its use on the line. Example: The tape was as sticky as molasses. very sticky 1. Max's brain is like a computer. 2. Bea can be as stubborn as a mule when she wants something.. 3. Noah is as thin as a pencil. 4. Bryan was as happy as a clam after winning the race. 5. Pat is bundled up like a caterpillar in a cocoon. 6. Carmen buzzed around like a fly at a picnic. 7. Her bedroom looked like a pigsty.. Underline the similes in the paragraphs. Stephanie was jumping around like a wet hen. Mom asked her what had made her as mad as a hornet. Stephanie said the tire on her bike was as flat as a pancake and she was going to be late for her art class. Mom said, "This will make you as happy as a pig in a poke. Hop in the car and I will have you there in the blink of an eye." "Thanks, Mom! You are like a fairy godmother. You saved the day!" hands. This book is as heavy as a concrete block. It is as old as the hills and used to belong to my grandparents. My grandparents used the book to hold up their dining room table. My Dad used to toss the book around as if it were as light as a feather. I will use the book as an anchor for my rowboat. Write a simile for each topic. 1. book: 2. tennis shoes: WRITE ON! On a separate sheet of paper, write a paragraph using at least two similes to describe a favorite food or dessert. Try to make your similes unique. Exchange papers with a classmate. Have the classmate underline the similes used in the paragraph. Teacher Created Resources, Inc. 113 #3995 Daily Warm-Ups: Language Skills​

Answer 1

1. Max's brain is like a computer. - Max's brain is being compared to a computer to describe how he processes information quickly and efficiently.

2. Bea can be as stubborn as a mule when she wants something. - Bea's stubbornness is being compared to a mule to describe how she can be difficult to persuade or convince.

3. Noah is as thin as a pencil. - Noah's thinness is being compared to a pencil to describe how he is very skinny and narrow.

4. Bryan was as happy as a clam after winning the race. - Bryan's happiness is being compared to a clam to describe how he was very content and satisfied.

5. Pat is bundled up like a caterpillar in a cocoon. - Pat's clothing is being compared to a caterpillar in a cocoon to describe how they are wrapped up tightly and warmly.

6. Carmen buzzed around like a fly at a picnic. - Carmen's movement is being compared to a fly at a picnic to describe how she was moving quickly and erratically.

7. Her bedroom looked like a pigsty. - The appearance of her bedroom is being compared to a pigsty to describe how it was messy and disorganized.

Similes in the paragraph:

- Stephanie was jumping around like a wet hen.

- Mom said, "This will make you as happy as a pig in a poke."

- "Thanks, Mom! You are like a fairy godmother. You saved the day!"

Similes:

1. book: This book is as light as a feather.

2. tennis shoes: His new tennis shoes are like walking on clouds.

Paragraph: My favorite dessert is like a slice of heaven. The sweetness of the chocolate is like a warm hug, while the creamy texture of the ice cream is like a fluffy cloud. Every bite is like a dream come true, and I savor each moment as if it were my last. The dessert is like a work of art, with each flavor and texture coming together to create a masterpiece. I feel like a kid again, enjoying the simple pleasures of life, and I am grateful for every bite.