It was way past her bedtime, but Trishna could not put the book down. The suspense was building, and she had to find out what happened to the girl who was lost in the forest. Luckily Trishna was a night owl, so she had no problem staying up until the book was finished.


What is the meaning of the metaphor in this paragraph? Trishna is compared to a night owl because both Trishna and the night owl are extremely intelligent.
Trishna is compared to a night owl because both Trishna and the night owl are extremely intelligent.

Trishna is compared to a night owl because both Trishna and the night owl prefer to spend time alone.
Trishna is compared to a night owl because both Trishna and the night owl prefer to spend time alone.

Trishna is compared to a night owl to show that they both can stay awake all night long.
Trishna is compared to a night owl to show that they both can stay awake all night long.

Trishna is compared to a night owl to show that they both have excellent sight and hearing.

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The metaphor in the paragraph compares Trishna to a night owl to show that they both can stay awake all night long. This comparison emphasizes Trishna's ability to stay up late and her enjoyment of reading, just like how night owls are known for being awake and active during the night.