SAT English Practice Question
The author uses several techniques to emphasize the importance of the character’s actions. The author uses vivid imagery to describe the setting, which helps the reader to feel more deeply involved in the story. The author also uses dialogue to reveal the character’s thoughts and feelings, which gives the reader a better understanding of the character’s motivations. The author also repeats certain key phrases throughout the passage, which helps to emphasize the importance of those phrases. What is the most likely reason why the writer repeats certain key phrases throughout the passage?
- A.create a sense of rhythm and flow.
- B.emphasize the importance of those phrases.
- C.introduce a sense of mystery and suspense.
- D.suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.
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