"Terrell's suggestion to hold Sergeant Sheila Estrada’s welcome-home celebration at a bowling alley went over like a lead balloo
n," said Cheryl. Terrell's suggestion is hard to comprehend because it's never been done before. Terrell's suggestion is as clever and unique as a balloon made out of lead. Terrell's suggestion sounds exciting at first but is actually empty. Terrell's suggestion would be a dismal failure as would a balloon made out of lead.
Terrell's suggestion would be a dismal failure as would a balloon made out of lead.
Explanation:
What the statement means is that Terrell's suggestion to hold Sergeant Sheila Estrada’s welcome-home celebration at a bowling alley would be a complete failure and disaster.
When something is said to have go like a lead balloon, it means that it would be a complete failure or disaster just like a balloon made out of lead which is a heavy metal, the balloon would not be able to fly.
D. It suggests that she is hiding her real emotions.
Explanation:different people respond to similar situations differently. There isnt a way to respond to a particular situation, either is there a right way. From this illustration, it could be said she is trying not to show how she actually feels whether sober or not.
