The correct answer is C. Simile.
Explanation
A simile is the name of a rhetorical figure that consists of highlighting the similarity between one element and another, to attribute to the first characteristics of the second. According to this definition in the sentence "And closest contact with the human is like a lantern shining in the night" because it highlights the similarity between two events such as human contact and a lantern shining at night by using the word like. Therefore, the correct answer is C. Simile.
Duncan gave the title of Thane of Cawdor to Macbeth because
it serves as a reward for Macbeth’s valor. The old holder of the Thane of
Cawdor was given the punishment of death for being a traitor. When Macbeth and
Banquo were on their way back from battle, the two meet the witches, who then
tells Macbeth hat he will be the new Thane of Cawdor and will also be the new
ruler of Scotland.
