1. In your own words define Metaphor: 2. In your own words define Simile: 3. Write 3 examples of metaphors: 4. Write 3 examples of similes:

1. A metaphor "carries" meaning from one concept to another by stating or implying that one of them is the other

2. A simile compares two things by saying one is "like" or "as" the other

3. This job is a nightmare.

I have an axe to grind with my boss.

My eyes blazed upon seeing the pile of documents

4. Gymnastics is like a circus.

Dance is like a poem.

Karate is like an action movie.