Question #N1206
The author uses a variety of literary devices, including metaphors, similes, and personification, to create a vivid and evocative portrait of the natural world. For example, the author writes, "The trees stood like sentinels, guarding the forest's secrets." This use of simile helps to create a sense of mystery and intrigue, making the reader feel as if they are entering a hidden world. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses these devices?
The most likely reason why the author uses these literary devices is to
A. provide a detailed and factual account of the natural world.
B. create a sense of wonder and awe in the reader.
C. explain the author’s personal feelings about the natural world.
D. convince the reader that the natural world is a dangerous place.
Correct Answer is: B
The author uses these literary devices to create a sense of wonder and awe in the reader. By comparing the trees to sentinels and suggesting that the forest has secrets, the author invites the reader to imagine a world that is both beautiful and mysterious.