(A) ** A comparison that does not use like, as, or than
(B) the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words
(C) A comparison that does use like, as, or than
(D) words that sound like their meaning
EXPLANATIONS BELOW
Concept note-1: -A metaphor says that one thing “is” another thing. Metaphors do not use the words “like” or “as” in their comparisons. Here are some examples of similes: Life is like a box of chocolates.
Concept note-2: -Metaphors and similes both compare two different things, but similes use the words “like” or as, ” while metaphors do not.
Concept note-3: -Metaphor – An implied comparison between two usually unrelated things indicating a likeness or analogy between both things. Does NOT use LIKE or AS.
Concept note-4: -metaphor, a simile is actually a subcategory of metaphor, which means all similes are metaphors, but not all metaphors are similes. Knowing the similarities and differences between metaphor, simile, and analogy can help make your use of figurative language stronger.