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29 December, 12:55

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

A. Her ears were as big as an elephant's.

B. The man's eyes were shining like diamonds.

C. The classroom erupted like a volcano as soon as the teacher left the room.

None of the choices are correct.

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  1. 29 December, 13:01
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    I believe the answer is "none of the choices are correct".

    Explanation:

    I believe this is the answer because all three of the answer choices use the words "like" or "as", and those words are most commonly used when you are trying to use a simile.
  2. 29 December, 13:20
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    The word "like" is used for similes and "as" for metaphors so A
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