Question

the bolded text shows a simile, which compares two things using like or as. what is the purpose of this text? it hints that the speaker likes to write about outer space. it shows that the conversation took place at nighttime. it highlights how rare and unexpected the compliment was.

Explanation:

To determine the purpose of the text (with a simile), we analyze each option:

• The first option about writing outer space is irrelevant to a simile's purpose here.
• The second option about nighttime doesn't relate to the simile's intent.
• The third option: A simile (using "like" or "as") in this context likely emphasizes the rarity/unexpectedness of the compliment, as similes often highlight qualities by comparison.

Answer:

It highlights how rare and unexpected the compliment was.