Identify the Comparisons in This Passage and Explain What They

question 31

Essay

Identify the comparisons in this passage and explain what they attempt to convey: "So you want to know what it is like to work at XYZ company? Well, think of the meanest thing you have ever done. Now, imagine getting paid to do something worse than that every day. It is about as emotionally rewarding as torturing a puppy. But I figure that because I am already in bed with the devil, I might as well try to enjoy it."

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Definitions:

Security Fee

A charge imposed to cover the cost associated with ensuring the safety and security of a service or facility.

Federal Income Tax

A tax levied by the federal government on individuals' and corporations' yearly income.

Payroll Tax

Taxes imposed on employers and employees, typically calculated as a percentage of the salaries that employers pay their staff.

Benefits Principle

A tax principle stating that those who benefit from government services should pay in proportion to the amount they benefit.