How does the author's use of metaphor in paragraph 11 influence
the reader's understanding of Alicia's character?
The author uses the metaphor of the "shadows" of Alicia's mind to give
the reader access to her inner thoughts and feelings.
The author uses the metaphor of the "shadows" of Alicia's mind to
show that she has a negative outlook on life and is insecure about her
abilities.
The author uses the metaphor of the "shadows" of Alicia's mind as a
means to give her character depth and show that she has great fears
about public speaking.
The author uses the metaphor of the "shadows" of Alicia's mind to
illustrate that she spends a lot of time lost in her own thoughts.