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Read the passage.

It sifts from Leaden Sieves---
It powders all the Wood.


Which best analyzes how the metaphor in the passage creates meaning?

(A)The metaphor compares the snow drifting downward to baker's flour as it is sifted; this creates the idea that the snow is falling steadily and evenly.

(B)The metaphor compares the snow to facial powder dusting the world; this creates the idea that each snowstorm offers a fresh new world.

(C)The metaphor compares the snow to leaden sieves; this creates the idea that surviving a snowstorm requires serious preparation.

(D)The metaphor compares the snow to powdered wood; this creates the idea that the powdery snow is falling on top of a layer of thick, frozen ice.

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the answer is (A)The metaphor compares the snow drifting downward to baker's flour as it is sifted; this creates the idea that the snow is falling steadily and evenly.

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It was A, I am 100% sure because I got it right on the test
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