The poet is using a metaphor. Your answer is correct.
Language
Love
Complex Plot
Mistaken <span> identities</span>
Answer:
1. maintaining
2. retain
3. attained
4. It's hard to <u>maintain </u>healthy plants. You must always give them enough water, so they <u>retain </u>their liveliness. It takes much time and patience. In the end, though, it's all worth it. You <u>attain </u>the satisfaction of being an amazing plant caretaker.
Explanation:
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