Which of the following statements is an example of a metaphor?

a. the trees swayed gently as nature's dancers.

b. the dog ran straight into the patch of wet cement.

c. her voice was like a thick velvet blanket.

d. the horse hooves of rain landed loudly on the tin roof.

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Who said this in of pride & prejudice, and what type of irony does it show? “you mistake me, my dear. i have a high respect for your nerves. they are my old friends. i have heard you mention them with consideration these twenty years at least.” a. mrs. bennet: situational irony b. mr. bingley: dramatic irony c. elizabeth: proverbial irony d. mr. bennet: verbal irony

Which statements describe postapocalyptic fiction? check all that apply. it considers humanity and survival. it shows the results of a disastrous event. it focuses on laws and theories of science. it occurs after the end of one world or society. it highlights the role of technology on humanity. it investigates the impact that historical disasters had on people.

What does jack london mean when he wrote "to build a fire"