Question

read this poem.

worry makes an ache—
stomach swims, head throbs . . .
its an unwanted guest
with endless requests.
like an empty piggy bank
worry offers nothing.

which line from the poem contains a metaphor?

o worry makes an ache—
o stomach swims, head throbs . . .
o its an unwanted guest
o like an empty piggy bank

Explanation:

Identify the definition of a metaphor

A metaphor directly equates two unrelated things by stating one is the other (without using "like" or "as").

Analyze the given options

• "Worry makes an ache—" describes a cause-and-effect relationship.
• "stomach swims, head throbs . . ." uses personification/imagery.
• "It's an unwanted guest" directly equates worry ("It") to "an unwanted guest" without using "like" or "as," making it a metaphor.
• "Like an empty piggy bank" uses the word "like," making it a simile.

Select the correct option

The line "It's an unwanted guest" is the metaphor.

Answer:

• Worry makes an ache—
• stomach swims, head throbs . . .
• It's an unwanted guest (Correct answer)
• Like an empty piggy bank