Question #N1068
The author uses a variety of rhetorical devices to emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message. For example, the speaker uses metaphors to compare the speaker’s voice to a powerful force of nature. The speaker also uses repetition to reinforce the speaker’s central idea, which is that the speaker’s voice can have a profound impact on the reader. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses metaphors in this passage?
In this passage, the author most likely uses metaphors to
A. create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.
B. describe the speaker’s feelings and experiences.
C. emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.
D. suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.
Correct Answer is: C
The author uses metaphors to create a vivid image in the reader’s mind, which can help to emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.