The author employs personification and vivid imagery to heighten the sense of urgency and tension in the scene. The phrase "the moonlight kissed the red ivy" personifies the moonlight, suggesting a gentle, affectionate touch that contrasts with the menacing presence of the ivy, which is described as "strangling" the garden bench, fountain, and gate. This use of imagery conveys the overpowering nature of the ivy, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere that makes the characters' predicament feel more intense. Additionally, the description of the "icy drop[s]" of rain that seem to say "Hurry, hurry" further amplifies the urgency, as if nature itself is urging Kade and Lula to act quickly in the face of looming danger.
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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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