1. Unit 8 Learning sheet 8.7 Learn about ‘Similes’
Name: _______________________( ) Class: _________
Learn about
‘Similes’
As easy as pie!
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2. A simile compares two things that are not the same
A simile compares two things that are not the same. It is usually introduced by “like” or “as … as”.

3. Some examples:
The water was as cold as ice.
The diamond shone like a bright star in the sky.

4. - as slow as a tortoise
- as slow as a snail

5. - as quiet as a mouse

6. - as brave as a lion

7. - as proud as a peacock

8. - as busy as a bee

9. - as blind as a bat

10. as greedy as a pig

11. - as strong as a horse

12. as wise as an owl

13. - as fierce as a lion

14. - as hairy as a monkey

15. - as fast as a hare

16. - as sweet as honey

17. - as white as snow

18. - as green as grass

19. - as cold as ice

20. - like stars in the sky

21. - face like a mask

22. Can you make some sentences using similes?
I am as busy as a bee.
Can you think of any more?

23. The End