Should be B. "a vessel of glass." because Her rattling shrouds, all sheathed in ice, With the masts went by the board; <u><em>Like a vessel of glass</em></u><u>,</u> she strove this was when the ship was damaged
I think the answer is the reason for his absence is quite simple to understand.
D. What prior knowledge does my audience have?
You would teach a kindergarten class about animals differently than you would a group of zoologists. <span />
A. The winds were uncontrollable.
Simile. i hope this helps?