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What is an analogy? (1 point)
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The use of exaggeration to make a point in literature.
The use of exaggeration to make a point in literature.

The comparison of two things for the purpose of explaining.
The comparison of two things for the purpose of explaining.

A figure of speech that uses like or as to explain how two things are similar.
A figure of speech that uses like or as to explain how two things are similar.

A restatement of only the most essential elements of a text.
A restatement of only the most essential elements of a text.

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The correct response is: The comparison of two things for the purpose of explaining.

An analogy typically draws a connection between two different things to highlight similarities in a concept or idea, often to help explain or clarify it.