Item — sat-dog

Medium Reading and Writing · Craft and Structure · None · MCQ

The author uses repetition of the word "even" to highlight the contrast between the protagonist's feelings about being alone and his feelings about being with others. The speaker is happy when alone, but he is even happier when with his friends and family. This helps the reader to understand that the protagonist is a complex character with a wide range of emotions. Which choice best describes the function of the repeated phrase, "even happier"?

The repeated phrase "even happier" is used to

A
emphasize the protagonist’s preference for solitude.
B
contrast the protagonist’s feelings about solitude and companionship.
C
explain the protagonist’s complex emotional state.
D
show how the protagonist’s emotions change over time.

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