Question

read the passage. then, answer the questions about the metaphor in boldface in the text.
lately, ive been so overwhelmed with school and sports. there was a time when i enjoyed going to classes and going to practice every afternoon. now, everything is piling up and wearing me down. thankfully, i get to see you every day. you are truly the sunshine of my life. thank you for making me laugh when im feeling down.
what is the context of the passage?
what is being compared in the metaphor?
what is the meaning of the metaphor?

Explanation:

1. What is the context of the passage?

The passage is about a person feeling overwhelmed by school and sports, but finding comfort in another person. The context is the author's stressful school and sports life, and the relief brought by a loved one.

In the metaphor "You are truly the sunshine of my life", the person (the "you" in the passage) is being compared to sunshine.

Sunshine is associated with warmth, light, and positivity. So the metaphor means that the person brings warmth, happiness, and positivity to the author's life, especially during the author's difficult (overwhelmed) times.

Answer:

The author is overwhelmed by school and sports, but finds comfort in a loved one.

2. What is being compared in the metaphor?