Question

Which sentence below is an example of a simile? A.) "That’s quite a sob story," said Harry with a shrug, "but you’re barking up the wrong tree if you think it’ll get me to take the blame." B.) Melanie’s guilt was a dog with a bone, gnawing away at her until it felt less painful to confess and take the consequences. C.)He wouldn’t have admitted his mistake, but his conscience kept bothering him like a mosquito in a dark bedroom. D.)Shame was his constant companion, never letting him forget that he’d been silent when he should have spoken up.

Answer 1

Answer: c

Explanation: using “like” is a simile

Answer 2

C. He wouldn't have admitted his mistake, but his conscience kept bothering him like a mosquito in a dark room.

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because similes compare two things using the words "like" or "as" and this sentence compares how much his conscience is bothering him to a mosquito.