The lines that contain metaphors are:
1)“My thoughts of you are golden coins”
2) “Stamped in the mint of memory”
A metaphor is a literary device that makes an implicit comparison between unrelated items or ideas. Despite of the fact that they seem to differ in many respects, there is a hidden connection between them. It differs from others figures of speech; namely Simile as it refers to an explicit comparison (use of “like” or “as”) that is established between to ideas or items.
In this particular poem, the author says that her thought is a very valuable treasure to her, especially because they are related to a special person to her. For this reason, the author makes a comparison between her thoughts and the treasured golden coins. Then, she continues adding another metaphor. She says that these precious memories will never disappear as they kept in her memory as golden coins are safe and properly stored in a mint.
<u>Answer:</u>
<em>The focus on theme and thesis is more prominently emphasized than it was in her original letter. (C)</em>
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<u>Explanation:</u>
The short story is regarded as the best narrative because it is well structured with a well explained thesis that lays more emphasis on the main points of the story. The reader is able to understand the characters and theme portrayed together with the evidence and thesis. It also creates empathy to give the reader a view of the difficulties that come with war for both soldiers and people in support of the affected families by understanding their struggle.
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