Figurative Language ALEX比喻性语言亚历克斯.pptVIP

Figurative Language Similes and Metaphors Figurative Language A writers tool It helps the reader to visualize (see) what the writer is thinking It puts a picture in the readers mind Simile A simile is used to compare two things It uses the words “like” or “as” to make comparisons. Simile Krissy is as pretty as a picture. Her hair shines like the sun. Her eyes sparkle like the stars in the sky. Metaphor A metaphor is used to compare two things Instead of saying something is “like” or “as” --- a metaphor states that it just IS. Metaphor John’s mind is a computer. My mom is a workhorse. Bob is