Directions: Read the passage below and answer the question:
In the heart of the forest, the river wound its way like a ribbon through the ancient trees. The sunlight danced on its surface, turning the water into liquid gold. As the birds sang their symphony, the river whispered tales of time's endless journey.
Question:
What metaphorical meaning is conveyed by the phrase "the river wound its way like a ribbon"?
The river was narrow and shallow.
The river flowed gracefully and serenely.
The river was turbulent and unpredictable.
The river was polluted with debris.
The phrase "the river wound its way like a ribbon" uses a metaphor to describe the river's movement. It compares the river to a "ribbon," implying that the river flowed in a graceful and serene manner. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.
Option A is not the correct answer because the metaphor emphasises the graceful flow of the river, not its size or depth.
Option C is not the correct answer because the metaphor suggests a smooth, winding flow, not turbulence.
Option D is not the correct answer because the metaphor does not indicate pollution but rather emphasises the river's natural beauty.