What is being compared in the following similie?

The noise of a door slamming came from downstairs and reverberated through the house loudly like a gunshot that Bruno jumped and Maria let out a small scream.

Why is this an apt comparison?

In Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl, Anne shares her feelings and thoughts with readers through her diary. By reading this remarkable book readers come to know the author. Read this excerpt and then answer the questions below about Anne. ...

What does the poet mean by "black coffee" (line 15) a. easy listening music b. books by black authors c. music by black musicians d. something that was forbidden

What does Ben Franklin say is " the best possession"?

What is term for criminalogy?

Cause Effect Joie Henney's doctor said Wally could be used as an emotional support animal. Based on the Article, which best replaces the question mark in the box above? A Emotional support dogs have become common companions.

What does the suffix - ology mean? A. an action or practice B. a condition or state C. a belief or branch of learning D. a form of government

Did you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis The Wise?

What does the red proofreading symbol indicate to the writer?

Refer to Explorations in Literature for a complete version of this story. Read these sentences about a trip to the market from "Araby," in which Joyce alludes to religious practices when describing the boy's feelings for his friend's sister.

A (n) expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.