SAT English Practice Question

The author of this book uses a variety of literary devices. For example, the author uses metaphors to help the reader understand complex ideas, and the author uses similes to make comparisons. The author also uses personification to give human qualities to inanimate objects. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses a variety of literary devices in this passage?

1. A.make the passage more engaging and interesting for the reader.
2. B.show off the writer's knowledge of literary devices.
3. C.create a sense of mystery and suspense.
4. D.make the passage more formal and academic.