The speaker apparently assumes that the audience she addresses is А
well informed about folklore
B
fascinated by Southern traditions
C
not interested in factual information
obsessed with scientific methodology
E
not composed only of professional anthropologists

the use of “as” in the example to draw the resemblance. some more examples of common similes are given below. common examples of simile. our soldiers are as brave as lions. her cheeks are red like a rose. he is as funny as a monkey. the water well was as dry as a bone. he is as cunning as a fox. simile introduces vividness into what we say.

the teacher i would like to have must be a kind, caring and understandable teacher. she should be interactive with us and always plan fun activities to in our studies. she should be a teacher who would correct our mistakes when we do something wrong and guide us if we are weak. she should always be strict if we do something bad but must be praising us when we do something good. she she not take any as her favorite in her class but take everyone as her favorite.

(i hope this will u if there is something send me a reply)

c, have a good day ~matya