Question

writing similes
simile examples
the car seat was as hot as a frying pan. the week - old bread was like a rock
remember, a simile must contain the word “as” or “like.”
a. write a simile about each of the things listed below. your simile does not have to contain those exact words. for example, for the beach, you could write a simile about sand, water, beach towels, shells etc.

1. a kitten
2. a book
3. a chicken
4. a yummy dessert
5. something beautiful
6. your shoes
7. a mountain
8. the beach
9. something hot
10. a large animal
11. something disgusting
12. someone you love

b. illustrate two of your similes.

Explanation:

A simile is a figure - of - speech that makes a comparison using "as" or "like". We create comparisons based on the characteristics of each item.

Answer:

1. The kitten was as soft as a cloud.
2. The book was like a portal to another world.
3. The chicken was as fast as a lightning bolt.
4. The yummy dessert was as sweet as honey.
5. The beautiful flower was like a precious gem.
6. My shoes were as worn - out as an old tire.
7. The mountain was like a giant standing tall.
8. The beach was as relaxing as a warm bath.
9. The hot coffee was like lava.
10. The large animal was as big as a house.
11. The disgusting food was like slime.
12. The person I love is as precious as a diamond.