Figurative Language in an Underwater Scene

Very Hard Poetry Analysis Figurative Language

Read the following lines from a poem:

"Beneath the glassy surface, the fish dance,

Whispers of silver lightning along their scales,

While reeds nod their heads, keeping secrets of the deep."

Which of the following options best identifies and describes the primary figurative language present in these lines?

Metaphor - suggesting that the fish's movement resembles a dance.

Simile - comparing the fish's scales to lightning using 'like'.

Personification - attributing human-like qualities to the reeds.

Imagery - painting a vivid picture of the underwater scene.

Symbolism - representing the fish as a symbol of freedom.

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