The device used in the line above is ____?

The question is based on William’s Shakespeare’s OTHELLO

ill-starred wench: Pale as thy smoke; When we shall meet at compt”

A. Simile
B. Pun
C. Metaphor
D. Paradox

Correct Answer:

Option A – Simile

Explanation

A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison, showing similarities between two different things. Unlike a metaphor, a simile draws resemblance with the help of the words “like” or “as.” Therefore, it is a direct comparison.