The phrase that means calmness as a metaphor is?

• A. Still Waters
• B. Fortunato
• C. Narrator
• D. Bait

Answer: (A)

Calmness as a figure of speech is shown by images of quiet, undisturbed surface. Still waters captures that idea perfectly: still means not moving, and waters convey a surface that remains calm, suggesting inner steadiness and restraint. That makes it the best fit for conveying calmness as a metaphor. The other terms don’t function as a metaphor for calmness: Fortunato is a character name, the Narrator refers to the storyteller, and Bait is something used to lure; none of these express calmness through imagery.