What does the metaphor in winters so cold they could freeze the tongue whole

it means it is freezing

Explanation:

The sentence implys that its so cold that you can freeze your tounge off, which indicacts the answer

for this, you need to remember something significant in your own life, for example, if you were bullied when you were younger, you can mention your memories on this and touch on how such treatment can harm other kids your age either physically or mentally. (racism, car crashes, a parent in the hospital are all very good subjects, think hard on it! )

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