In grammar, an infinitive refers to a basic verb form that includes the preposition "to" followed by the bare verb; for example, to jump, to run or to agree. Additionally, an infinitive phrase refers to a set of words that begin with an infinitive and include other words that complement the meaning of the infinitive. These phrases are used in the sentence as direct objects, adjectives or even adverbs.
According to this, in the sentence "Too many people drive to work when it would be just as easy for them to ride the bus" the infinitive phrase is "to ride a bus" because this is the section of the sentence that includes an infinitive "to ride" and other words "the bus" that complete the meaning of the infinitive.
Character is defined as "the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual". This quote is suggesting that your true character is shown when you aren't around other people; when you're alone (hence "in the dark"; no one can see you wen you're alone).Oct 10, 2018
Meaning of figurative language: The metaphor presents an implicit comparison between the girl's mental state and her unhappiness with a cloudy, melancholy and dull day.
Effect on tone and mood: The metaphor promotes a melancholy tone and a sad mood, as it shows how racism and intolerance can end the happiness of a child who is being prevented from having fun just by the color of her skin.
Effect on audience: This allows the audience to feel uncomfortable with racism, because it realizes how depressing it is for those who are attacked by it.
