This sentence uses which two types of figurative language?
confidence climbed through her like mercury in a thermometer

a. simile and onomatopoeia
b. metaphor and onomatopoeia
c. simile and personification
d. personification and metaphor

over the past decade researchers and dieticians have poured over information over how what we eat can be affecting our overall health. many commonalities arise, but one overshadows them all. clearly, eating nutrient rich foods from the produce section is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and can hold promising benefits for humans.
fruits and vegetables contain invaluable vitamins and nutrients that will fuel the body at the cellular level. these foods also contain water and fiber, which provide additional benefits. foods like lettuce, carrots, strawberries, beans, and broccoli can improve skin, muscle, and digestive health. studies also link fruits and vegetables to decreases in potential heart disease and cancers.
of course, these benefits come at a price. freshly grown produce is more expensive to bring to the shelves than many ready-made snacks and meals. it also has a much shorter shelf life and therefore must be consumed quickly making it an unattractive choice for people who have little time to plan out their meals. unfortunately, these downfalls often cause people to pass up the produce in favor of less healthy alternatives.
even so, it is recommended that people attempt to get produce on their plates at least once per meal. whether it is as simple as a handful of berries on cereal, a side salad with pizza, or lettuce and tomato on a burger, produce can bring an otherwise subpar plate a much-needed jolt of nutrition.
clearly, eating nutrient rich foods from the produce section is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and can hold promising benefits for humans.

what is the connotative meaning of the word “promising” in the passage?

a. its suggests that the promises of researchers are often misleading and untrustworthy
b. it suggests that the author has some doubts as to whether any benefits exist at all
c. it suggests that the author is hopeful that produce will, indeed, yield health benefits
d. it suggests that the author is critical of the accuracy of the scientific research that has been conducted and whether it is full of empty promises.

according to the article, what is one of the downfalls of fresh produce?
a. it is extremely rare to find in nature
b. it is too difficult for most people to prepare
c. it is more expensive than more convenient, less healthy choices
d. it is linked to heart disease

what is the purpose of the article?
a. to show the tremendous expense associated with produce
b. to inform the public of the benefits of eating fresh fruits and vegetables
c. to warn people of the dangers of a diet filled with highly processed foods and gmos
d. to remind people to finish freshly purchased produce before it has a chance to go bad