Question

Which is the best definition of metaphor?

A.
an unusual comparison that is meant to be funny; for example, "My uncle looks just like a sweet potato"

B.
a comparison between two things that are closely related; for example, "Gorillas are larger than chimpanzees"

C.
a direct comparison between two unlike things; for example, "My tongue is sandpaper"

D.
an indirect comparison that uses the words like or as; for example, "You're as pretty as a picture"

Answer 1

D. indirect comparison that uses the words like or as

Answer 2

C. metaphors always use "is",
smilies use "like" or "as"
comparisons use "larger than"