Question

1. In the passage below, which word has a figurative meaning?

"The old man was as wise as an owl."

Answer 1

Answer:

Wise

Explanation:

In the passage "The old man was as wise as an owl," the word "wise" has a figurative meaning. It is used to imply that the old man possesses great wisdom, comparing him to the perceived wisdom often associated with owls in a symbolic or metaphorical sense.