The Fun They Had

The Fun They Had Metaphors and Similes

Tommy's Laughter as Screaming (Metaphor)

Tommy treats Margie with a condescending attitude typical of a slightly older child who is forced to explain aspects of the world to a younger friend. The narrator likens Tommy's laughter to "scream[ing]" to show the exaggeration and emphasis Tommy places on Margie's ignorance.

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