In the following paragraph, which sentence BEST shows the author’s use of imagery? Mark sat on the porch, enjoying the quiet evening. The sky was painted in hues of pink and orange as the sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the neighborhood. He thought about the events of the day, feeling content with his accomplishments. The gentle breeze rustled the leaves of the oak tree nearby, creating a soft, whispering sound. It was a peaceful moment, a brief respite from his usually busy life.

Question

In the following paragraph, which sentence BEST shows the author’s use of imagery? Mark sat on the porch, enjoying the quiet evening. The sky was painted in hues of pink and orange as the sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the neighborhood. He thought about the events of the day, feeling content with his accomplishments. The gentle breeze rustled the leaves of the oak tree nearby, creating a soft, whispering sound. It was a peaceful moment, a brief respite from his usually busy life.
A. ”Mark sat on the porch, enjoying the quiet evening.”
B. “The sky was painted in hues of pink and orange as the sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the neighborhood.”
C. “He thought about the events of the day, feeling content with his accomplishments.”
D. “It was a peaceful moment, a brief respite from his usually busy life.”

GPT-4o mini · Answer

B. “The sky was painted in hues of pink and orange as the sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the neighborhood.”

This sentence best shows the author's use of imagery, as it vividly describes the colors of the sky and the effect of the sunset, allowing the reader to visualize the scene and feel the atmosphere.