The Joneses refers to their family as "a three-ring circus" since the three children are all active in extracurricular activities and both parents enjoy participating in their golf and softball leagues. This is an example of which of the following?

A. family ritual
B. family theme
C. family metaphor
D. family myth


Answer: C

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