Why won't the crystal merchant go to Mecca now? Question 2 options:
A. He likes the idea of going but is afraid he will be disappointed.
B. He is afraid of flying and so will not go.
C. He is going as soon as he makes enough money.
D. Mecca is closed
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Which statement best describes the effect of the metaphor on the excerpt's meaning? o a. it compares the sloshing liquid to a river of water able to push apart the sidewalk o b. it makes the frozen crystals seem like friends to the city to contrast with what a deceitful foe they are. o c. it compares the frozen crystals to delicately lacy snowflakes having arn unexpected strength o d. it likens h20 molecules to hexagonal crystals, which are actually larger than people imagine.