English

Olson

16 June, 18:12

He wore the rings and pins and badges of different fraternal orders to which he belonged; even his cuff buttons were engraved with hieroglyphics, and he was more inscribed than an Egyptian obelisk. 1

Which statement describes the author's use of figurative language in the sentence?

The author uses personification to make the cuff buttons seem lifelike.

The author uses a metaphor to explain the reason for the conductor's jewelry.

The author uses hyperbole to make comparisons to an Egyptian statue.

The author uses a simile to express the darkness of the inscriptions on the uniform.