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Figurative and Connotative Meaning Quick Check
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Question
Use the simile to answer the question.

"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get."

Which of the following is the best interpretation of the expression?

(1 point)
Responses

Let go of your anger.
Let go of your anger.

Always be yourself.
Always be yourself.

Expect the unexpected.
Expect the unexpected.

Never stop trying your best.

1 answer

The best interpretation of the expression "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get" is:

Expect the unexpected.

This simile suggests that life is full of surprises and uncertainties, similar to how one cannot predict which chocolate they will choose from a box.