What is one of the main reasons writers like thoreau use metaphor in their writing?

a. to give objects human qualities

b. to reinforce key ideas

c. to make rhyming easier

d. to create strong rhythms

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13 January, 12:24

What is one of the main reasons writers like thoreau use metaphor in their writing?

a. to give objects human qualities

b. to reinforce key ideas

c. to make rhyming easier

d. to create strong rhythms

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Honey Pie · Answer 1

Not A because that's personification: giving objects human qualities.

Understand the definition of metaphor.

According to Webster dictionary a metaphor is:

a figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable in order to suggest a resemblance, as in "A mighty fortress is our God."

I agree with answer being B.

Natalee Mcdaniel · Answer 2

Natalee Mcdaniel 13 January, 12:42

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The correct answer is b.

What is one of the main reasons writers like thoreau use metaphor in their writing?a. to give objects human qualitiesb. to reinforce key ideasc. to make rhyming easierd. to create strong rhythms

What is one of the main reasons writers like thoreau use metaphor in their writing?

a. to give objects human qualities

b. to reinforce key ideas

c. to make rhyming easier

d. to create strong rhythms