In the paragraph, the author uses personification and imagery to create a vivid and suspenseful atmosphere. The red ivy is described as "strangling" the garden bench, fountain, and gate, which suggests a menacing presence and makes the setting feel foreboding. The icy rain droplets are given human qualities when they seem to say, “Hurry, hurry. You don’t have long,” which heightens the sense of urgency and danger for Kade and Lula. This use of figurative language immerses the reader in the tension of the scene.
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Use the paragraph to answer the question.
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 short and small 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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Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
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4
The answer is very clear.
The answer is fully supported by details.
There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
3
The answer is mostly clear.
The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.
There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
2
The answer is somewhat clear.
Details are weak or not related.
There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
1
The answer is not clear.
There are few or no supporting details.
There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
0 The question is not answered.
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