ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

TRANSCENDENTALISM LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
To describe by comparing two things using “like” or “as”.
A
simile
B
metaphor
C
personification
D
alliteration
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A simile is a comparison between two things using the word “like” or the word “as.” Example: It is as hot as the sun in here! My brother eats like a pig. Instead of saying that one thing is the other, a simile says that one thing is like another.

Detailed explanation-2: -A simile (pronounced SIM-i-lee) is figurative language that compares two things using the words “like” or “as.” It is also known as an indirect comparison. As a writer, similes give you the power to create vivid imagery and descriptions for your reader. as thin as a rail. as American as apple pie.

Detailed explanation-3: -Simile FAQs A simile is a figure of speech that describes something to be something else, but uses the words “like” or “as” to do so.

Detailed explanation-4: -As innocent as a lamb. As tough as nails. As shiny as a new pin. As hot as hell. As white as a ghost. As bright as a button. As cool as a cucumber. As cold as ice. More items

Detailed explanation-5: -As cold as ice. As light as a feather. Cool as a cucumber. American as apple pie. They’re like two peas in a pod. Sleeping like a log. Life is like a box of chocolates.

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