The answer is B. They both make comparisons, but simile uses as or like.
Having a voice (being able to fight for what is right)
If Macbeth's conscience had caused him no moral suffering, then he would be an out-and-out villain, somewhat like Shakespeare's Richard III. However, Shakespeare wanted to make Macbeth a somewhat sympathetic figure so that his downfall would seem somewhat tragic
Answer:
it doesnt mean anything different youre overthinking
Explanation:
its just saying the shape of the world does not permit an anemic democracy even though they would like it
A is correct because it’s pianissimo then Metso forte the fortissimo