What figure of speech is illustrated in this sentence? "she's like the wind." metaphor personification simile

Hyperbole in the book messenger by lois lowry

Which statement most strongly develops a positive tone? a. i was happy when i received my first paycheck for my hand work. b. winter break is approaching quickly, and i cannot wait to go shopping for gifts. c. going to the beach is one of my favorite activities; i love surfing and paddle boarding. d. a sense of accomplishment overwhelmed me as i stepped into into the stage that sunny, glorious day of graduation.

What can you infer about esperanza's character from the fact that she argues three days with her mother trying to persuade her to write the note?