Identify the metaphor used by the narrator when he describes Anne’s eyes as ‘deep pools of midnight blue’ in the story.
Answer
‘Deep pools of midnight blue’ is a metaphor comparing Anne’s eyes to dark, reflective pools, suggesting depth and mystery.
Step-by-step solution
- Locate the description of Anne’s eyes.
- Note the words ‘deep pools’ and ‘midnight blue’.
- Recognise that this is a comparison without ‘like’ or ‘as’.
- Conclude it is a metaphor depicting depth and mystery.
Common mistake: Treating the phrase as a literal description of eye color
Concept tested: Identifying metaphors
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