Which is an example of an extended metaphor?(1 point)

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a line in a poem that says a man’s voice is the boom of a baritone
a line in a poem that says a man’s voice is the boom of a baritone

a poem that is about how the rain walks all over the city at different speeds
a poem that is about how the rain walks all over the city at different speeds

an entire poem comparing a swimmer to a dolphin
an entire poem comparing a swimmer to a dolphin

two lines in a poem that says an otter’s eye looks like a black walnut

1 answer

The best example of an extended metaphor from the options provided is:

an entire poem comparing a swimmer to a dolphin.

This is because an extended metaphor typically involves a comparison that is developed over several lines or throughout an entire work, rather than being limited to a single line or brief phrase.