Metaphors and Similes (AQA GCSE English Language): Flashcards
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What are metaphors & similes?
What are metaphors & similes?
Literary devices that make comparisons between different things
What connecting words do similes use?
What connecting words do similes use?
'Like' or 'as'
How do metaphors make comparisons?
How do metaphors make comparisons?
State something 'is' something else directly
Key difference: similes vs metaphors
Key difference: similes vs metaphors
Similes use 'like/as'; metaphors are direct
Which creates more powerful imagery: simile or metaphor?
Which creates more powerful imagery: simile or metaphor?
Metaphors (more direct/immediate)
Main purpose of metaphors & similes?
Main purpose of metaphors & similes?
Create vivid pictures in readers' minds
What do these devices help readers do?
What do these devices help readers do?
Understand & visualise concepts
Effect: metaphors & similes make descriptions...
Effect: metaphors & similes make descriptions...
Creative and memorable
What can metaphors & similes convey effectively?
What can metaphors & similes convey effectively?
Emotions and atmosphere
Exam tip: focus on effects or identification?
Exam tip: focus on effects or identification?
Effects, not just identification
In exams, link your analysis to what?
In exams, link your analysis to what?
The question you're answering
What to consider when analysing comparisons?
What to consider when analysing comparisons?
Specific words chosen & their effects