Multiple choice

Directions: Complete the following simile.

As _______ as a bone.

  1. waterless

  2. dehydrated

  3. dry

  4. lifeless
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bones, especially old ones found by archaeologists, are completely lacking in moisture. The simile 'as dry as a bone' describes extreme dryness or dehydration.

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