Question #N180
The author uses several rhetorical devices to convey the central idea of the passage. One such device is the use of metaphor. The author compares the speaker’s feelings to a natural phenomenon, suggesting that the speaker’s emotions are as vast and powerful as nature itself. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the metaphor?
In this passage, the metaphor is used 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 metaphor is used to emphasize the importance of the speaker's message. By comparing the speaker's feelings to nature, the author suggests that the speaker's emotions are powerful and significant. This makes the reader pay more attention to the speaker's words and helps the reader understand the weight of the speaker's message.