Read the passage:

he could see the river like the river like the silver track/left by a snail, and roads as narrow as ribbons.

which identifies the type of figure language that is used twice in these lines?

a. personification
b. simile
c. iorny
d. exaggeration

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.