Question

Why do authors use similes and metaphors in their work?(1 point)
Responses

to add sensory details to a piece of writing
to add sensory details to a piece of writing

to introduce a new theme
to introduce a new theme

to compare two similar things
to compare two similar things

to downplay the intensity of an experience

Answer 1

Authors use similes and metaphors primarily **to compare two similar things**. These literary devices enhance the reader's understanding and create vivid imagery, allowing for deeper emotional connections and insights into the subject matter.