Question #N1374
The author of this excerpt is using a type of figurative language known as a metaphor. A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using words like "like" or "as." What is the most likely reason the author is using a metaphor in this passage?
The author most likely uses the metaphor in this passage to
A. create an image in the reader's mind.
B. provide a concise explanation of a complex idea.
C. emphasize the importance of the subject matter.
D. suggest that the speaker is uncertain about the topic.
Correct Answer is: A
The author is using a metaphor to create a vivid image in the reader's mind. By comparing the subject matter to something else, the author helps the reader to visualize the subject matter more clearly.