C<span>omprehensive list of synonyms for general </span>words<span> for </span>expensive<span>, by Macmillan Dictionary and ... formal used about something that is </span>expensive<span> but of very </span>good<span> quality ... A must for anyone with an interest in the </span>changing<span> face of language.</span>
Simile- he's like a lion
metaphor - I'm going to blow my top
<em>Answer:</em>
<em>I think the answer is B. It motivates Della to sell her hair so that she can buy a gift for Jim. :) </em>
<em>Explanation... I got it right, however if it's not for you I apologize.</em>
The answer is the second option: a significant historical event