The simile “like someone swimming the breaststroke” suggests that the eagle possesses a humanlike sense of determination. This comparison implies that the eagle's movement and effort resemble human action, indicating a deliberate and focused attempt to navigate through its environment.
Use the passage from “Sinking Islands” to answer the question.
What does the simile “like someone swimming the breaststroke” suggest about the eagle?
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She reflects Bronwyn’s own love of the water.
She reflects Bronwyn’s own love of the water.
She embodies Bronwyn’s desire for freedom.
She embodies Bronwyn’s desire for freedom.
He relies primarily on fish as a source of food.
He relies primarily on fish as a source of food.
She possesses a humanlike sense of determination.
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