Place a check mark next to each statement which presents an example of a metaphor. leave all other statements unchecked.

the man is a real dynamo on the dance floor.
the fact that millions of people were killed is, of course, unfortunate.
long-legged and slender, the girl was quite a tall glass of water.
i began to feel that my life was like a rat race.
my parents were playful and affectionate people.
being the little gnat of a man that he was, he managed to squeeze through the door.