The author uses personification when she explains that "It was my first lesson in the sly nature of the changing Artic light and the way it affected depth perception". Why does the author select the word "sly" to personify the changing Artic lights?

Question

A
to show that caution must be exercised when it comes to realizing the depth perception of the Artic
B
to show that people and places like the Artic are sneaky
C
to show that she admires the Artic and all it has to offer, but the word "sly" indicates that she knows it is a tricky place to explore.
D
to demonstrate her knowledge of the Artic and the "sly" animals who inhabit the land that affect depth perception.

Answer 1

The best answer is C: to show that she admires the Arctic and all it has to offer, but the word "sly" indicates that she knows it is a tricky place to explore.

This interpretation reflects the dual nature of the Arctic environment—its beauty and allure accompanied by the inherent challenges and hazards present, thus making the use of "sly" fitting in conveying that complexity.