A poetic device used is alliteration. When multiple words in a sentence start with the same sound/letter to create a sort of rhythm, that is alliteration.
“HE HELD my HAND and said I will HIRE you with my power.”
Look at all the H’s!
Moderate means D- to take on a serious mode.
The writer used the word 'moderate' to make a comparison between those people who would lead a serious life without any excess with the group of people who would do whatever they wanted to fight against the Black Death.
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this is a very long question
...Elaborate please? What story? If you tell me the name of the assignment I can probably get it for you.