The use of the word "barked" as an implied metaphor has the effect of comparing Mr. Rancho to a dog. This suggests not only his anger but also emphasizes a certain irrationality or an aggressive manner in which he speaks, akin to how a dog might bark.
Mr. Rancho barked at us for a half hour after we kicked the ball over the fence and crushed one of his prized rosebushes.
What effect does the use of the word barked as an implied metaphor have on this sentence?
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It describes how angry Mr. Rancho is.
It describes how angry Mr. Rancho is.
It exaggerates the sound of Mr. Rancho’s voice.
It exaggerates the sound of Mr. Rancho’s voice.
It infers that Mr. Rancho is not being reasonable.
It infers that Mr. Rancho is not being reasonable.
It compares Mr. Rancho to a dog.
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