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"Helen's heart is a rose". Which figure of speech is used?

ASimile

BMetaphor

CIrony

DParadox

Answer:

B. Metaphor

Read Explanation:

  • Metaphor directly compares two things by stating that one is the other, without using "like" or "as."

    • Example: "Helen's heart is a rose" (Her heart is compared to a rose, suggesting qualities like beauty, warmth, or kindness.)

  • Simile compares two things using "like" or "as."

    • Example: "Helen's heart is like a rose."


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