Question

read the lines from the poem \the dragonfly.\
link between water and air,
earth repels you.
what is the meaning of the figurative language in these lines?
○ the dragonfly lives for only a short time.
○ the dragonfly is harmed by land.
○ the dragonfly never stays in one place for long.
○ the dragonfly can swim and fly.

Explanation:

The line "Link between water and air" uses figurative language to suggest the dragonfly connects aquatic and aerial environments. Dragonflies have aquatic nymph stages (swimming) and aerial adult stages (flying), so this link refers to their ability to inhabit both, matching the option that they can swim and fly. The other options are not supported by the lines: no mention of short lifespan, harm from land, or restlessness.

Answer:

The dragonfly can swim and fly.