The simile is describing some ones noses possibly bleeding<span />
Although at the moment, it may seem as if Rainsford's enemy is the sea, he soon realizes that that is not the case. He is hunted by Zaroff, a hunter hungry for intelligent prey, on his terrifying island. Then, at the end of the short story, Rainsford jumps into the water, escaping Zaroff and winning the game. It is ironic because his "enemy" is what saved his life.
Macbeth, similarly to many other plays, was sponsored by King James of Scotland, who later became King James of England. He was a patron of Shakespeare's acting company.
C: so the character can directly share his or her thoughts with the reader <3
The float in the parade traveled slowly, down the street. That might be wrong but I gave it my best shot.
