Question

Review the passage. The metaphor is shown in bold.
Dallben, master of Caer Dallben, was three hundred and seventy-nine years old. His beard covered so much of his face he always seemed to be peering over a gray cloud. On the little farm, while Taran and Coll saw to the plowing, sowing, weeding, and reaping, all the other tasks of husbandry, Dallben undertook the meditating, an occupation so exhausting he could accomplish it only by lying down and closing his eyes.
What is the effect of the metaphor on the passage's meaning or tone?
A.

It suggests Dallben has a stormy personality
B.

It indicates Dallben’s beard is big and bushy
C.

It implies Dallben is having a bad day
D
.

It suggests that Dalben is experienced

Answer 1

D.

The phrase "peering over a gray cloud" emphasizes age and the sense of long experience (gray = old), fitting the passage’s portrayal of Dallben as an ancient, contemplative figure.