What type of figurative language is used in the line "one single streak of gold from yonder clouds,” and what is its effect?

The phrase describes a streak of sunlight as “gold,” comparing its bright color and value to the precious metal without using “like” or “as.” That makes it a metaphor and helps the light seem vivid and beautiful. So the correct choice is “It is a metaphor that compares sunlight to gold.”

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