Question 5 of 10 Which sentence bestdescribes the meaning of the figurative language underlined in this passage? Spot grabbed the stick from the ground and planted his left front leg in the soggy turf, skidding to a stop. Then off Spot went, a bolt of lightning flashing toward the porch. A. The metaphor comparing Spot to lightning suggests that he is dangerous. B. The simile comparing Spot to lightning suggests that he is dangerous. C. The metaphor comparing Spot to lightning suggests that hajs fast. D. The simile comparing Spot to lightning suggests that he is fast.

## Step 1<br />The first step in solving this problem is to identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence. In this case, the sentence "Then off Spot went, a bolt of lightning flashing toward the porch." uses a simile, which is a comparison using "like" or "as". Here, Spot is compared to a bolt of lightning, which is a simile.<br /><br />## Step 2<br />Next, we need to understand the meaning of the simile. The simile compares Spot to a bolt of lightning, which is known for its speed. Therefore, the simile is suggesting that Spot is fast.<br /><br />## Step 3<br />Finally, we need to match our understanding of the simile to the given options. The simile does not suggest that Spot is dangerous, but rather that he is fast. Therefore, the correct answer is the one that correctly identifies the simile and its meaning.