Continuing from our previous lesson on Composing for 6th Grade, this comparison lesson will delve deeper into the intricacies of comparison. Our lesson will succinctly summarize all the theoretical aspects for students and provide prompts for answering textbook questions.
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Article Contents:
1. Lesson on Comparison
2. Lesson on Composition
3. Comparison Composition (continued)
Comparison is like a painter's brush, sweeping across the canvas of everyday life and literature. Even at the elementary level, students are introduced to the concept of comparison, exploring simple similes and metaphors. However, the essence of it remains elusive. Embarking on the 6th-grade writing curriculum, we delve deeper into this artistic device. Join us in unraveling the intricacies of comparison in the following discourse to gain a profound understanding of this literary tool.
1. Crafting Composition: Comparison, Brief 1
Definition of Comparison
Question 1:
A comparison is like a bud nestled on a branch, waiting to bloom.
A comparison is akin to two endless rows of fortresses, standing tall and unyielding.
Question 2:
We can craft such comparisons because they share inherent similarities.
Comparing two objects in this manner aims to evoke vivid, fresh associations for the reader, enticing them with a sense of allure and novelty, showcasing the linguistic diversity of the Vietnamese people.
Question 3:
In the sentence “The tabby cat saunters into the painting, larger than life yet irresistibly endearing,” the comparison differs entirely from the one above because:
The comparison in the subsequent sentence contrasts the form and nature of the cat (both cat and tiger share similar fur), highlighting the gentle demeanor of the cat while the tiger exudes ferocity.
II. Structure of Comparison
Question 1:
| Vế A ( Sự vật được so sánh) | Phương diện so sánh | Từ so sánh | Vế B ( Sự vật dùng để so sánh) |
Trẻ em Rừng đước | Dựng lên cao nhất | Như Như | Búp bê trên cành Hai dãy trường thành vô tận |
Question 2:
Other comparison words include: is, like, such as, ...
Question 3:
The structure of the two comparisons in the two sentences has a distinctive feature:
- Clause B is rearranged to precede clause A (e.g., The wisdom of our ancestors like Truong Son or The expansive love of a mother as vast as Cuu Long River).
- The author substitutes comparison words with punctuation marks such as semicolons or commas to emphasize clause B within the sentence.
III. Practice
Question 1:
Comparing similar entities:
Comparing people: Uncle, the father figure, the great leader of the nation.
Comparing object to object: The voice inside resonates like a distant echo.
Comparing different categories
Comparing object to person: My soul drifts like a floating leaf.
Comparing concrete to abstract: Determination spans the four corners of the earth.
Striving tirelessly across the four corners of the world.
Question 2:
Strong as an ox.
Dark as ebony.
White as snow.
Tall as a house pillar.
Question 3:
Sentences utilizing comparison metaphors are:
In the story “The First Life Lesson”:
+ Two blackened teeth, constantly gnawing like two mechanical saw blades.
+ Her eyes widened, wings poised as if ready to fight.
……
In the poem “The Waters of Ca Mau”
+ The Năm Căn river flows endlessly, its water gushing into the sea day and night like a waterfall
+ The towering forest stands tall like two endless rows of fortresses
2. Crafting Composition: Comparison, Brief 2
Finish studying is as important as starting. Make sure to review the upcoming lesson on Nouns, the next part after what you've learned.
Besides the materials you've covered, prepare for the upcoming lesson on Nouns, the next segment in your English Literature 6 curriculum.
In the English Literature 6 curriculum, focusing on the lesson on Hanging Placard is crucial. Make sure to prepare for it in advance.
Apart from the aforementioned, delve into the section on Numerals and Quantifiers to gear up for this lesson.
Mytour has carefully selected exemplary writings from students, such as descriptive essays about close friends, hometowns, and storytelling. It is hoped that with the 6th-grade model literature documents, students can gain more ideas and improve their essay-writing skills.
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