Question

2. What do you mean by the line, "Then soars like a ship"? ​

Answer 1

With only a sail. The movement of the tailless kite is compared to a ship with a sail. This is called a simile.

Answer 2

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With only a sail. The movement of the tailless kite is compared to a ship with a sail. This is called a simile.