Review the metaphor from “The Golden Cat.” And when he strokes the Earth’s green fur
He makes the Fields and Meadows purr.

Which statement best describes the meaning of this metaphor?

A. The grassy places on the earth love being in the sun.
B. The grassy places on the earth have their own special sound.
C. Both the sun and the grassy places on the earth are living beings.
D. Both the sun and the grassy places on the earth have catlike qualities.

Which line in the passage can be used as textual evidence to support the following claim? many people suffer from depression. depression is a serious mental illness that affects a person physically and mentally. it interferes with a person's ability to function normally and enjoy pleasurable activities. some types of depression include major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and postpartum depression. many people confuse depression with general sadness, though people are becoming increasingly aware that it is indeed a serious illness. often people suffering from depression think that it is an incurable condition. they don’t seek any treatment because they are afraid of how others will judge them. based on data from the national institute of medical health, depressive disorders are common and affect 9.5 percent of adults in the united states, or about 19 million people every year. more than 80 percent of people with depressive disorders improve when they receive appropriate treatment.