Question

31) These texts are two versions of Cinderella. The poem (1969) and story (1697) are both

excerpts featuring the conclusion of the traditional tale.
When the bridal couple walked into the church, the older sister walked on their right side and
the younger on their left side, and the pigeons pecked out one eye from each of them
Which metaphor from the poem BEST aligns with this line from the story?
A) like two dolls in a museum case
B) spots were left like soup spoons
they just don't heal up like a wish
D) like a love letter into its envelope

Answer 1

The best aligning metaphor from the poem to the story's line about the sisters' eyes being pecked out is 'they just don't heal up like a wish', highlighting the permanent consequences of the sisters' actions.

Step-by-step explanation:

The appropriate metaphor from the poem that best aligns with the line from the story where the pigeons pecked out an eye from each of the sisters is 'they just don't heal up like a wish'. This metaphor captures the irreversible consequences of the sisters' actions, similar to the irreparable harm of being blinded by the pigeons in the story. Unlike examples of physical beauty or innocence, as offered in the other options, this metaphor focuses on the lasting impact of one's actions which is reflected in the story's conclusion where the sisters suffer a permanent physical punishment for their cruelty and jealousy.