Question

What is an analogy? (1 point) Responses A restatement of only the most essential elements of a text. A restatement of only the most essential elements of a text. The use of exaggeration to make a point in literature. The use of exaggeration to make a point in literature. The comparison of two things for the purpose of explaining. The comparison of two things for the purpose of explaining. A figure of speech that uses like or as to explain how two things are similar.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: **The comparison of two things for the purpose of explaining.**