With which of these statements would the "Counterpoint" author most likely agree? A. It is a good idea to seek out family and friends during difficult times.
B. It is important to find a solution on your own when you are struggling.
C. Family and friends will always know the right answers to your problems.
D. A recent graduate is obligated to stay close to family and friends.

Read the sentence from barrio boy by ernesto galarza. "now, ernesto, you are the man of the family. you will take care of your mother until we are together in sacramento. which statement best describes the figurative language used in these sentences? a simile is used to compare ernesto to a man. a simile is used to paint a picture of family life. a metaphor is used to compare a man and his family. a metaphor is used to paint a picture of responsibility.

How does the underlined figurative language contribute to the meaning of the poem?

What type of figurative language is used in this sentence from james joyce's "the dead"? his soul swooned slowly as he heard the snow falling faintly through the universe and faintly falling. a. metaphor b. alliteration c. hyperbole d. euphemism