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Which of these is a key literary device used when the scorpion is called the “Evil One”?

ASimile

BMetaphor

CPersonification

DOnomatopoeia

Answer:

B. Metaphor

Read Explanation:

  • The scorpion is metaphorically referred to as the “Evil One,” associating it with evil forces rather than just being a creature acting on instinct.


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