Question

Fumbling with the road map, Jackson tried to figure out how far he needed to go to reach his destination. The map gave distance in kilometers, rather than miles like he was accustomed to in the United States. London sure was a fascinating city, but it was also a maze without an exit sign. Jackson hung his head, wondering how he would ever find his way to the countryside.


Questions
What is the meaning of the metaphor “[London] was also a maze without an exit sign”?

Jackson feels lost in the city of London.

Jackson has been forbidden from leaving London.

Jackson has a new maze puzzle that is difficult.

Jackson does not see any street signs in London.

Answer 1

Jackson feels lost in the city of London.

Explanation: The metaphor compares London to a maze with no exit sign to show it’s confusing and hard to find a way out—i.e., Jackson can’t find his way to the countryside.