Why is knowing the historical setting of a text important to understanding the figurative language used?(1 point)

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The meaning of figurative language could be misunderstood without knowing the historical context.
The meaning of figurative language could be misunderstood without knowing the historical context.

The use of idioms, a type of figurative language, is specific to certain countries.
The use of idioms, a type of figurative language, is specific to certain countries.

The figurative language is designed to speak outside of the historical context.
The figurative language is designed to speak outside of the historical context.

The use of similes and metaphors has been a part of literature throughout time

Answer 1

The meaning of figurative language could be misunderstood without knowing the historical context.