Question
Read the excerpt from "The Lady, or the Tiger?”
This semi-barbaric king had a daughter as blooming as his most florid fancies, and with a soul as fervent and imperious as his own. As is usual in such cases, she was the apple of his eye, and was loved by him above all humanity.
What is the purpose of the descriptive language in this excerpt?
It explains how the king’s daughter feels about the young man.
It details how the king feels about his daughter.
It makes the point that the young man is guilty.
It helps the reader understand details about the love story.
This semi-barbaric king had a daughter as blooming as his most florid fancies, and with a soul as fervent and imperious as his own. As is usual in such cases, she was the apple of his eye, and was loved by him above all humanity.
What is the purpose of the descriptive language in this excerpt?
It explains how the king’s daughter feels about the young man.
It details how the king feels about his daughter.
It makes the point that the young man is guilty.
It helps the reader understand details about the love story.
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The purpose of the descriptive language in this excerpt is **to detail how the king feels about his daughter**. The language used emphasizes the deep affection and adoration he has for her, describing her beauty and personality in a way that highlights her importance to him.
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