In Serbian language and literature, what is the essential semantic distinction between a metaphor (metafora) and a metonymy (metonimija)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Metaphor transfers meaning by similarity; metonymy by contiguity
- Step 1: Metaphor relies on perceived similarity (e.g. 'golden hair'), while metonymy relies on real-world association such as author for work ('reading Andrić') or container for contained ('drinking a cup'). Answer: Metaphor transfers meaning by similarity; metonymy by contiguity. Why not the others: the alternative options do not accurately identify the author, work, historical literary period, or grammatical definition under standard Serbian language and literature curricula.
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