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Question #N452

The author uses a variety of literary devices to create a vivid and engaging portrait of the young boy. One example is the use of figurative language, such as the simile “like a thousand tiny suns” to describe the boy’s hair. Another example is the use of sensory details, such as the description of the boy’s “warm, sweet breath” to appeal to the reader’s senses. What is the most likely purpose of the author’s use of figurative language and sensory details in the passage?

The author’s use of figurative language and sensory details in the passage most likely serves to

A. create a sense of distance between the reader and the boy.

B. highlight the boy’s physical appearance.

C. create a vivid and memorable portrait of the boy.

D. explain the boy’s thoughts and feelings.

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Correct Answer is: C

The author’s use of figurative language and sensory details helps to create a vivid and memorable portrait of the boy. The simile "like a thousand tiny suns" creates a striking image of the boy’s hair, while the description of the boy’s "warm, sweet breath" appeals to the reader’s senses and helps to bring the boy to life.