Which statement is an example of a figure of speech?

a. he is a very healthy person.

b. he has a healthy horse.

c. he is as healthy as a horse.

d. his horse is very healthy.

In the excerpt of puck’s speech shown here, how many couplets do you see? if we shadows have offended, think but this, and all is mended, that you have but slumber'd here while these visions did appear. and this weak and idle theme, no more yielding but a dream,

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.

Which development most aided explorers in their ability to set sail the oceans to discover the new world during the age discovery? a.waterproof sails b.the printing press c.map-making devices d.fictional travel accounts