Why do authors use figurative language?(1 point)

Responses

to help readers determine the writer's purpose
to help readers determine the writer's purpose - no response given

to evoke emotion and help readers form mental images
to evoke emotion and help readers form mental images - no response given

to provide concrete understanding of ideas in a text
to provide concrete understanding of ideas in a text - no response given

to express direct meaning and explain the writer's message

1 answer

Authors use figurative language primarily to evoke emotion and help readers form mental images. This technique enhances the reader's experience by creating vivid imagery and deepening emotional connections to the text.