It is a metaphor because the sentence is comparing two different things without using the word "as" or "like".
it must be once a bear has decided to attack however nothing can be done.
because if a bear attacks you fall to the ground roll up like a ball and cover you neck and head.
the correct answer is C; group pressure can lead people to make decisions they later regret.
I think it is character but i am taking this test rn <span />