The literary device used in this sentence is analogy
Discrimination in work places/ school. Passing laws that black children cannot wear their natural hair in its natural state because it it seen as too distractive or unprofessional and untamed. Also making rules that black girls cannot wear braids because they “aren’t professional”. Cutting dreads out of little black boys hair because they “aren’t appropriate” or telling them they can’t walk across the stage to receive their diploma unless they cut their dreads off
A. as an uncontrollable entity
Happiness. If you live longer but have a worse life it’s not worth it. If you live shorter but have a better life it’s the better option
When she saw the grew clouds moving overhead she knew it was going to rain