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English, 01.03.2021 20:20, sahaitong1844

[Ghost:] The serpent that did sting thy father’s life Now wears his crown.

–Hamlet,
William Shakespeare

In this passage, the ghost compares King Claudius to a serpent. Which statement best describes the effect of this metaphor?

a: It helps the reader understand the kind of crown that Claudius wears.
b: It uses a striking image to show that Claudius is sneaky and evil.
c: It shows how a snake is like other animals that sting.
d: It creates a vivid comparison between Denmark and a zoo.

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