Question

analyzing word choice: figurative language — quiz — level h
how is brigid \like a music conductor\?
brigid calmly takes control of ▼
the intense situation. she expertly
directs everyone ▼ to transfer
water from the pool to the fire. like
musicians guided by a conductor, the
water ▲ , and
the fire
follows her command
matches her speed
echoes her melody
just as the firefighters burst into the yard, brigid
grabbed a large bucket so they wouldnt suspect how
shed really put it out.
when it was all over, curtis sat on the curb, his head in
his hands. brigid gathered nadia in a hug. she wasnt
convinced that curtis would stop his foolish use of power,
but she was glad to have her sister by her side to step in
when they were needed.

Explanation:

The analogy compares Brigid to a music conductor, who guides musicians to act in unison. The text notes she controls the situation and directs others, so the water (like musicians) follows her lead, matching the conductor-musician dynamic.

Answer:

follows her command