Question

Maurice is reading a book. He is surprised by the way the author presents new and unexpected comparisons between unlike subjects. Which figure of speech is the author using?

A. simile
B. allusion
C. imagery
D. personification

Answer 1

Simile is the answer to your question!

Answer 2

Hey there Kate!

This would actually be considered to be a "simile". A simile is when you compare unlike subjects. This would be something that Maurice would be surprised about.

Hope this helps you dear!