In a whirlwind of ink, Grella recorded her favorite things in a diary stained with age and wear. She wrote about the blazing fire of northern sunsets and soft ember of pastel southern sunrises. She wrote about the sound of water rushing and melding with the wind. With a flourish of her wrist, she revealed her passion for ripe olives from Greece and strong coffee from anywhere. She wrote about the delectable sculpture of a fresh baked cake, then the intimacy of books, and trees that transcend human generations. The 81-year-old sat back in her rickety chair, content that she had lived an amazing life.
Questions
What effect does the author’s use of metaphor have on the tone of the passage?
The comparison of a “fresh baked cake” to a “sculpture” reveals the protagonist’s appreciation for the art of baking.
The comparison of the protagonist’s writing as a “whirlwind of ink” evokes a passionate, enthusiastic tone.
The comparison of the sunrises and sunsets to fire creates a romantic, wistful tone.
All of the above
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All of the above.
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