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The passage discusses how the author uses language to evoke a sense of place and time in the reader's mind. The author uses specific details to paint a vivid picture of the setting, and the author uses sensory language to appeal to the reader's senses. However, the author also uses figurative language to create a more abstract and symbolic effect. The author’s use of figurative language is evident in the following excerpt from the passage: "The sky was a canvas of deep blue, dotted with the silver stars." The sentence uses a simile to compare the night sky to a canvas, which is a metaphor for the vastness of the universe. In this way, the author is able to create a sense of wonder and awe in the reader's mind. Why does the author use figurative language?

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The author’s use of figurative language is most likely intended to

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The author uses figurative language to evoke a more abstract and symbolic meaning in the passage. Figurative language is a way of using words to create a more evocative and suggestive effect. In this case, the author uses a simile to compare the night sky to a canvas, which is a metaphor for the vastness of the universe. This comparison helps the reader to see the night sky in a new way and to appreciate its beauty and mystery. The author’s use of figurative language helps to create a more memorable and lasting impression on the reader's mind.

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create a sense of immediacy and realism in the passage.

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help the reader understand the author’s personal perspective.

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evoke a more abstract and symbolic meaning in the passage.

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highlight the importance of the speaker’s message.

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