Which of the following is the best definition of figurative language?
1) the repetition of a specific consonant sound at the beginning of multiple neighboring words or syllables
2)when inanimate objects, abstract ideas, or animals are given human qualities or characteristics
3)when words are used in a way that departs from their actual meanings to achieve a special effect or mental image
4) a special way to say something that means something different than the actual words used; a word, phrase, or expression used in a non-literal way

answer: sure

explanation: i'd love to know everything but that burden is too much to bare.

the correct answer is b. in order to explain a point clearly in an essay, it is always better to include a clear example of your ideas. including an scenario in which a family is affected by consumerism will support your argument as well as supporting details, such as quotations from experts and statistics. option a could be correct, but statistics and quotations are supporting ideas rather than clear explanations. choices c and d are simply inadequate. they do not add information about the effects of consumerism, rather they are strategies for engaging the reader