In a Speech About Preparing Oneself for the Death of a Loved

question 89

Multiple Choice

In a speech about preparing oneself for the death of a loved one, Amber made repeated reference to the "marching of Father Time." She hoped to create a sense of drama for her audience, while at the same time getting them to seriously consider her points. What figure of speech did Amber use in her presentation?

• A) Personification
• B) Simile
• C) Hyperbole
• D) Alliteration

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