One of the main elements of an epic poem is an extended simile. which of the following characterizes an extended simile?

a) a story that begins in the middle
b) a comparison using “like” or “as”
c) a detailed narrative
d) a call for divine aid

Kafka originally referred to gregor's parents as “the mother” and “the father”. however, the translator refers to them as “his mother” and “his father”. why might the translator use “his” instead of “the”? a. the word “his” makes the story smoother to read in english. b. the word “his” allows gregor’s parents to become more central characters. c. the word “his” makes gregor’s parents sound less loving. d. the word “his” creates a more negative tone.