Question

read the passage from \child of the americas.\
i speak english with passion: its the tongue of my consciousness,
a flashing knife blade of crystal, my tool, my craft.
how does the imagery create a visual of the speakers use of english?
it portrays her command of english as precise and beautiful.
it shows that she is extremely hesitant to use english.
it shows that she only uses english for practical communication.
it portrays the language she uses as forceful and hurtful.

Explanation:

The imagery uses "a flashing knife blade of crystal" which implies precision (like a knife blade) and beauty (like crystal). "My tool, my craft" also suggests a sense of skill and command.

Answer:

It portrays her command of English as precise and beautiful.