The author of the novel "A Handful of Dust" describes a scene in which a character, Tony Last, is forced to make a difficult decision: "Last was a man who knew, to the marrow of his being, that he had done everything he could do to make the world a better place. He had given his heart and soul to the task. But now, the world seemed to be slipping away from him, and he was left with nothing but a handful of dust." What is the effect of the author's use of figurative language in this sentence?
Which choice best describes the effect of the author's use of figurative language in this sentence?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The figurative language, "a handful of dust," is a powerful and evocative image that emphasizes the character's feeling of despair and loss. It creates a sense of tragedy and emphasizes the finality of the character's situation.
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