SAT English Practice Question

The author uses vivid language to describe the setting, which creates a sense of immediacy and allows the reader to feel as if they are present in the scene. This is particularly evident in the description of the "swift current" and the "sun-drenched leaves." What is the effect of the author’s choice to describe the setting in such detail?

1. A.create a sense of wonder and awe in the reader.
2. B.highlight the importance of the setting to the plot.
3. C.provide background information about the characters.
4. D.explain the significance of the events that occur in the setting.