Question

Which of the following does Mrs. Penniman use metaphorically to talk about her influence on Catherine?

• A. Addled eggs
• B. Butter
• C. Bread
• D. Salt
• E. A fool

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Butter

In the passage, Mrs. Peeniman says " "Are you afraid she will be insipid? My dear brother, it is I who supply the butter; so you needn't fear!" as it is she who had taken in hand the child's "accomplishments". Therefore, we can infer that 'butter' is the word she uses metaphorically to talk about her influence on Catherine.