Question

analyzing word choice: figurative language — quiz — level h
what is at risk by curtis \spilling his secrets with every sparking snap of his fingers\?
when curtis performs his fire trick, he risks revealing his powers to others.
when curtis performs his fire trick, he risks angering all the party guests.
when curtis uses his fire power too much, he risks running out of chances to use his gift.
when curtis uses his fire power for entertainment, he risks embarrassing his ancestors.

whenever curtis glanced in brigids direction, she shook her head in disapproval. he was dishonoring his ancestors by being irresponsible with his powers. he was supposed to keep his gifts hidden from others, but there he was, spilling his secrets with every sparking snap of his fingers.
not wanting curtis to ruin her day, brigid closed her eyes and inhaled deeply, releasing the tension that clawed at her shoulders.

Explanation:

The text states Curtis was supposed to keep his powers hidden, but he is "spilling his secrets" with his fire trick. Phrases like "dishonoring his ancestors by being irresponsible with his powers" and "keep his gifts hidden from others" show the core risk is exposing his powers to the people at the party. Other options do not align with the explicit context: there is no mention of angering guests, running out of chances, or embarrassment being the key risk.

Answer:

When Curtis performs his fire trick, he risks revealing his powers to others.