"Silence settled over the audience like a block of granite" is an example of simile.

A person who represents the interests of someone else in an attempt to influence the actions of government is called ________

A) a lobbyist B) a political operative C) a special interest D) a flack E) a front

An advocacy site might ask for contributions, try to influence voting, or simply strive to

promote a cause and is therefore unreliable. Indicate whether the statement is true or false