Question

what does the metaphor in this text suggest? he reads incessantly; new ideas are food for his mind. he is stimulated by new ideas. he often reads about food and cooking.

Explanation:

The metaphor "new ideas are food for his mind" compares new ideas to food, which is a nourishing, energizing necessity for the body. This implies new ideas nourish and energize his mind, meaning they stimulate him. The other option misinterprets the metaphor literally.

Answer:

He is stimulated by new ideas.