Writing
14 Match the similes 1–6 with the sentences with similar meaning a–f.
1 It’s as dull as ditchwater.
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2 They fought like cat and dog.
3 He’s as good as gold.
4 It’s as light as a feather.
5 She’s as busy as a bee.
6 He’s as cool as a cucumber.
a He behaves very well.
b It’s very easy to lift up.
c They argued a lot/they didn’t get on well.
d He doesn’t panic.
e It’s not very interesting.
f She’s got a lot of work to do.
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15 Write a detailed description of a member of your family or a close friend. Try to include one or two similes in your description. Write three to four paragraphs and include the following information:
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how you met (if writing about a friend)
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appearance
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mannerisms and behaviour
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character.
Write 200–220 words.
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