Jeeves Takes Charge

Question

by P. G. Wodehouse

'I mean it. You may look on it as a test, Bertie. If you have the resource and courage to carry this thing through, I will take it as evidence that you are not the vapid and shiftless person most people think you. If you fail, I shall know that your Aunt Agatha was right when she called you a spineless invertebrate and advised me strongly not to marry you. It will be perfectly simple for you to intercept the manuscript, Bertie. It only requires a little resolution.'

'But suppose Uncle Willoughby catches me at it? He'd cut me off with a bob.'

'If you care more for your uncle's money than for me—'

'No, no! Rather not!'

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Question
Use the passage to answer the question.

Why does the author use a metaphor in this passage?

(1 point)
Responses

to show how much Florence trusts Bertie
to show how much Florence trusts Bertie

to highlight that Bertie is financially dependent on Uncle Willoughby
to highlight that Bertie is financially dependent on Uncle Willoughby

to emphasize that some people view Bertie as lacking courage and character
to emphasize that some people view Bertie as lacking courage and character

to convey Florence’s desperation in asking Bertie to destroy the manuscript

Answer 1

The correct response is:

to emphasize that some people view Bertie as lacking courage and character.

The metaphor relates to the perception of Bertie's character, as Florence compares his potential success or failure in this situation to the views others hold about him, specifically the negative opinion of Aunt Agatha.