How does the simile "She dragged on like a horse" help the reader better understand the poem?

A.
It helps the reader understand what jobs Betsy did.
B.
It describes what Betsy looked like.
C.
It describes how hard Betsy worked.
D.
It helps the reader visualize the song Betsy sang.

1 answer

C. It describes how hard Betsy worked.

The simile "She dragged on like a horse" suggests that Betsy exerted a great deal of effort, emphasizing her hard work and possibly her endurance. This helps the reader understand the intensity and dedication with which she approached her tasks.