The author employs personification and vivid imagery to evoke a sense of urgency and entrapment in the setting. For example, the phrase "the ivy stretched out, strangling the garden bench" personifies the ivy, suggesting it has a malicious intent, which amplifies the feeling of danger surrounding Kade and Lula. Additionally, the phrase "each icy drop seemed to say, 'Hurry, hurry. You don’t have long.'" uses personification to give the raindrops an ominous voice, heightening the tension and prompting a sense of dread about their situation. Together, these elements create an atmosphere of suspense and confinement, reflecting the characters' struggle against the encroaching ivy.
Kade and Lula took slow, careful steps. All around them, the moonlight kissed the red ivy. The ivy stretched out, strangling the garden bench, the fountain, and the gate—taunting them with its omnipresence. How could they possibly get around without touching it? A few droplets of chilly rain splattered down. Each icy drop seemed to say, “Hurry, hurry. You don’t have long.”
In 3-5 sentences, explain how the author used figurative language to create a specific effect. Make sure to explain what kind of figurative language the author used and the effect it had. Provide samples from the text to support your answer.
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