The main effect of the comparative is; Choice 4; It suggests that the boat has made the same crossing for many years.
<h3>Comparative phrases</h3>
According to the question;
- The comparative was drawn as follows;
- The ropes are compared to dry roses
- The anchor is compared to a rusty bow.
Hence, it follows that comparison suggests that the boat has made the same crossing for many years.
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