It looks like the simile you are referring to is not explicitly included in the options you provided. However, if we were to analyze the meaning based on the context of the statements given, we can summarize the implications of each response regarding Marta's skating.
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"Marta’s skating is very awkward." - This suggests that Marta struggles with her skating and does not appear graceful or smooth.
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"It is painful to watch Marta skating." - This indicates that her skating is so awkward or unskilled that it evokes discomfort in observers.
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"Skating comes naturally to Marta." - This would imply that Marta has a natural talent for skating, contrasting sharply with the first two statements.
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"Marta’s skating improves quickly." - This suggests that although she may not be skilled initially, she learns and adapts rapidly.
If you provide the specific simile, I could offer a more targeted analysis of its meaning. In general, a simile compares two different things using "like" or "as" to create a vivid image or convey a particular feeling or idea.
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