Question

Use the poem to answer the question.

The construction zone
of my heart is full of cones
and lots of potholes.
How does the use of metaphor affect the poem?

(1 point)
Responses

The poem conveys the abstract feeling of heartbreak in a concrete way.
The poem conveys the abstract feeling of heartbreak in a concrete way.

The poem explains why love can be such a dangerous feeling.
The poem explains why love can be such a dangerous feeling.

The poem warns the reader to stay away from potholes.
The poem warns the reader to stay away from potholes.

The poem expresses why the speaker does not like to walk through construction zones.
The poem expresses why the speaker does not like to walk through construction zones.
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Answer 1

The correct response is:

The poem conveys the abstract feeling of heartbreak in a concrete way.

This metaphor of a construction zone represents the emotional turmoil and instability caused by heartbreak, making the feelings more relatable and understandable.