The essay tells a story about race relations in harlem. (Apex)
The answer is tells because the other answers are not neutral.
Answer:
similie: Her smile was like sunshine peeking through the clouds.
metaphor: I didn't realize what a pain in the neck she could be.
personification: The book grabbed me and I was forced to finish that night.
onomatopoeia: The car banged into the wall with a "CLASH", causing a ring into everyones ear drums.
Explanation:
C. He curses both families involved in the feud