What are some examples of metaphors in Holes by Louis Sachar?

Answer 1

1. Stanley's hole was as deep as his shovel. P. 39

2. Forty-six days. It felt more like a thousand. P. 131

3. Zero's face looked like a jack-o'-lantern that had been left out too many days past Halloween.

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Answer 2

Some examples of metaphors in "Holes" include the metaphor of the yellow-spotted lizards representing danger and death, the camp as a place of transformation and redemption, and the holes dug by the boys symbolizing their journey of self-discovery and growth.

Answer 3

I guess its kinda ironic that that drink stuff that makes them sick also healed something disgusting.

Answer 4

Zero ran away

Answer 5

We climbed up the edge of the frying pan

Answer 6

Yellow spotted lizard