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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Which statement illustrates the use of metaphor? The savage wind roared and viciously tore away the man’s coat. The girl believed that life is just a bowl of cherries. Flowers of every hue and scent crowded the small window box. Her long blonde hair and fantastic smile drew admirers.

OpenStudy (kyanthedoodle):

The definition of metaphor is to say something that means something much deeper, when you are using the simplified version. It's like writing the fraction 1/2 when it can also mean 24/48. An example of a metaphor would be using a light in the distance as a symbol of hope.

OpenStudy (kyanthedoodle):

So that being said, what's your guess, sport?

OpenStudy (kyanthedoodle):

I see you have vanished before my eyes.

OpenStudy (isaiahjwolfe):

lol

OpenStudy (isaiahjwolfe):

The girl believed that life is just a bowl of cherries.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

The third one C.

OpenStudy (kyanthedoodle):

Well no not quite. It's descriptive but it doesn't really suggest a deeper meaning, or states that there is one.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

The second one B.

OpenStudy (kyanthedoodle):

Yes indeed.

OpenStudy (kyanthedoodle):

Do you understand why?

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