Question

bellringer
identify the type of figurative language being used in the following examples:

1. nodded nearly napping.
2. her eyes were sparkling jewels.
3. women grow by men.

Explanation:

1. The phrase repeats the initial "n" sound across consecutive words, which is the key trait of this figurative language.
2. This directly compares two unrelated things ("eyes" and "jewels") using "were" without "like" or "as", fitting this figure of speech.
3. This statement describes a concept (women's development tied to men) by representing it as a literal, physical action, which is the core of this device.

Answer:

1. Alliteration
2. Metaphor
3. Metaphor