What does sotomayor use to introduce her discussion on the joy of engagement?

Sotomayor used a metaphor about getting involved in order to introduce her discussion on the joy of engagement.

A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn’t literally true, but helps explain an idea or create a comparison. A metaphor states that one thing is another thing.

The purpose of a metaphor is to create a comparison or symbolism.

A metaphor about getting involved

11 d

12 a

13 d

14 b

explanation:

when alex falls for the charming new boy at school, cole -- a handsome, funny, sports star who adores her - she can't believe she's finally found her soul who truly loves and understands her.  

at first, alex is blissfully happy. sure, cole seems a little jealous of her relationship with her close friend zack, but what guy would want his girlfriend spending all her time with another boy? as the months pass, though, alex can no longer ignore cole's small put-downs, pinches, or increasingly violent threats.  

as alex struggles to come to terms with the sweet boyfriend she fell in love with and the boyfriend whose "love" she no longer recognizes, she is forced to choose -- between her "true love" and herself.

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