The old mountains had none of the glitz and glam boasted of by the towering Rockies out west, but these rugged hills had a worn, ancient secrecy about them.
What effect does the language have on the historic setting?
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Imagery helps engage the reader’s senses.
Imagery helps engage the reader’s senses.
Location-specific details indicate a specific region.
Location-specific details indicate a specific region.
The word choice reflects the time period.
The word choice reflects the time period.
Items from the past reveal the time period.
Items from the past reveal the time period.
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The correct response is:
Imagery helps engage the reader’s senses.
The description of the old mountains with phrases like "worn, ancient secrecy" creates a vivid picture and evokes feelings associated with history, enhancing the historic setting through sensory engagement.
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