It would be number 4. Trees gathered around to hear his beautiful notes.
Trees can't "gather"~move nor can they hear. so it would make that a personification.
You would be less likely to wear prescription glasses because acuity of vision refers to clarity of vision
Answer:
Eleanor of Aquataine was among the most powerful women of the 12th century. She controlled an extensive estate, became queen of France and then England, and gave birth to one of England's most famed rulers, Richard the Lionheart.
I'm assuming ringing is the underlined word, so I'd go with A. participle.
Answer:
First question: Yes. Second question: Yes.
Explanation:
Metaphor: compares something without the use of "like or as."
Simile: compares something with the use of "like and/or as."
I hope this helps! :D