Praxis 5002 Practice Test Practice Question
Scenario/Extract:
Now the Wicked Witch of the West had but one eye, yet that was as powerful as a telescope, and could see everywhere. So, as she sat in the door of her castle, she happened to look around and saw Dorothy lying asleep, with her friends all about her. They were a long distance off, but the Wicked Witch was angry to find them in her country; so she blew upon a silver whistle that hung around her neck. At once there came running to her from all directions a pack of great wolves. They had long legs and fierce eyes and sharp teeth. -L. Frank Baum, from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Which of the following are being compared by the simile in the highlighted sentence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In the highlighted sentence, the simile compares the Wicked Witch's vision to the strength of a telescope, suggesting that her ability to see or perceive things is as potent as a powerful telescope's magnification. This highlights her keen insight or awareness.
Option A incorrectly compares her anger to a telescope's power, which does not relate to vision. Option B suggests a comparison between her power and the kingdom's size, which is not relevant to the idea of vision. Option D contrasts her authority with eye health, failing to connect with the concept of vision itself. Thus, only option C accurately captures the intended comparison.
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