| A | B |
| She is as quiet as a mouse. | She was not making a lot of noise. |
| It’s as hot as an oven in here. | The temperature is very warm. |
| She is a bear in the mornings. | She is very grumpy. |
| She is as sharp as a tack. | She is really smart. |
| He is the shining star of our school. | He stands out from other students in a good way. |
| Life is a rollercoaster which every one has to go through. | Life has its ups, downs, and curves. |
| Life is like a box of chocolates. | Life surprises us. |
| Laughter is the music of the soul. | Laughter makes people feel good. |
| Kisses are the flowers of love in bloom. | Kissing is a way of showing love. |
| The class is like a 3-ring circus | The class is really wild. |
| She slept like a log. | The woman slept soundly. |
| She is as sweet as candy. | She was very nice. |