Use the sentence to answer the question. Mitchel’s announcement felt like a lightning bolt from a clear blue sky. What does the simile show about Mitchel’s announcement?

A. It was foolish
B. It was important
C. It was amusing
D. It was surprising

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D. It was surprising

The simile compares Mitchel's announcement to a lightning bolt appearing suddenly in a clear blue sky, suggesting that it was unexpected and surprising.