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Question #N607

The author wanted to explain the significance of the invention of the printing press. But, the author also wanted to make the point that this technology is not a new phenomenon. The author has made this point clear throughout the passage, even going so far as to use a metaphor comparing the printing press to an invention that occurred thousands of years ago. The author's use of this metaphor is intended to create a connection between these two seemingly disparate inventions. Although the printing press may be a more recent invention, it has the same essential function as the older invention. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses a metaphor in this passage?

In this passage, the metaphor is used to

A. describe the speaker’s feelings and experiences.

B. emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.

C. create a connection between two seemingly disparate inventions.

D. suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.

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Correct Answer is: C

The author uses a metaphor to create a connection between the printing press and an earlier invention, which are seemingly disparate. The metaphor helps the reader understand the function and significance of the printing press by comparing it to an older invention.