Question

The metaphor “scaled the walls of science” conveys the idea that Priestley:

• A. Climbed to the pinnacle of science.
• B. Fought his way to the top.
• C. Escaped the confines of traditional ideas.
• D. Achieved success in a difficult endeavor.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Achieved success in a difficult endeavor.

The metaphor “scaled the walls of science” conveys the idea that Priestley achieved success in a difficult endeavor.