The man was so consumed with __rage_ that he became bitter and cynical in his old age.
explanation:
Bitter and cynical are both negative and angry words.
consumed with rage is a phrase.
Figurative language because its not literal. If it were literal then there would really be bee's flying in their ear. But in reality the bee's were referring to something besides the bees.<span />
Formal language is also called "proper language" because it is the type of language you would use when first meeting someone or giving a speech at a high class place so the correct answer is:
<span>B) Have I convinced you that the study of grammar is important and well worth your effort? </span>
