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Metaphor or Simile? Readers understand the use of figurative language.

He’s as brave as a lion. Metaphor Simile

Derek ran like a frightened rabbit. Metaphor Simile

My dog is a cowardly lion. Metaphor Simile

The night was as black as tar. Metaphor Simile

The moon was a smiling face shining down. Metaphor Simile

Dreams are wisps of smoke that blow away with the morning. Metaphor Simile

The baby was like an octopus, grabbing at all the cans on the grocery store shelves. Metaphor Simile

The sun was as shiny as a new penny. Metaphor Simile

My stomach churned like a cement mixer. Metaphor Simile

The pillow was a cloud when I put my head upon it after a long day. Metaphor Simile

A metaphor compares to things using like or as. True False