| A | B |
|---|
| uses the terms 'like' or 'as' to compare two objects or ideas | simile |
| Example: His shirt was as blue as the ocean. | simile |
| Example: The teacher was a drill sergeant handing out directions to her students. | metaphor |
| compares two ideas or objects without using 'like' or 'as' | metaphor |
| Example: The fluorescent light was the sun during our test. | metaphor |
| Example: Those girls are like two peas in a pod. | simile |
| Example: Kindergartners are as cute as buttons. | simile |
| The giant's steps were thunder as he ran toward Jack. | metaphor |
| Example: The 5th grade classroom was a circus after indoor recess. | metaphor |
| Example: Her eyes were like stars in the night sky. | simile |
| Example: My brother acts like a ferocious tiger when he's mad. | simile |
| Example: Her skirt is as orange as a pumpkin. | simile |
| Example: His teeth are razors cutting into the meat. | metaphor |
| Example: The water is like the sun. | simile |
| Example: The assignment was a breeze. | metaphor |
