Question #N655
The author uses vivid imagery to convey the speaker’s feelings and experiences. For example, the speaker describes the “blue, black, and lavender” colors of the night sky, and the speaker notes that “stars were scattering and glittering” as if they were sprinkled over the sky. What is the purpose of the use of imagery in this passage?
The author’s use of vivid imagery most likely serves to
A. create a humorous tone.
B. emphasize the speaker’s sensory perception.
C. establish a setting that is both familiar and exotic.
D. show that the speaker is not a reliable narrator.
Correct Answer is: B
The vivid descriptions of the colors and movements of the night sky are meant to appeal to the reader’s senses and help the reader imagine what the speaker is seeing and experiencing. This helps the reader to connect more closely with the speaker’s feelings and experiences, which is a key element of good descriptive writing.