Question

which statement uses a metaphor to make a comparison? select the two correct answers. (1 point)
i thought my brother was pulling my leg when he said he won first place in the science fair, but he was telling the truth.
grant was used to being as busy as a bee all day, so having to rest after breaking his arm took some getting used to.
the teachers explanation really hit the nail on the head, and i understood the problem much better.

Explanation:

A metaphor directly states one thing is another (no "like/as").

1. "Pulling my leg" is a metaphor meaning teasing, no direct comparison word.
2. "As busy as a bee" uses "as", so it is a simile, not a metaphor.
3. "Hit the nail on the head" is a metaphor meaning being exactly right, no direct comparison word.

Answer:

1. I thought my brother was pulling my leg when he said he won first place in the science fair, but he was telling the truth.
2. The teacher's explanation really hit the nail on the head, and I understood the problem much better.