<em>The type of figurative language represented by the use of the word Selma in the provided stanza is allusion.
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<em>Allusion </em>is a brief and indirect reference to a person, place, thing or idea of historical, cultural, literary or political significance, in this particular case the 1965 civil rights march from Selma, Alabama, in which nonviolent protestors were attacked by police. Allusions are just passing comments about which the writer expects the reader to possess enough knowledge to noticeits importance in a text.
<em>The use of such figurative language affects the last line of this particular stanza by providung a description</em>. Even though the descriptions referred to persons or things in allusions are not fully detailed, its use enables writers or poets to simplify complex ideas and emotions.
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Hera, the goddess of marriage, women, childbirth, and family, used her cunning nature and vile cleverness as a weapon.
Answer:
An example from the text in which similar word choice is used to support my answer to Part A is KILLINGS. It is seen in the 9th paragraph of the text.
<em>“As horrific as these recent killings have been, I have no doubt there are more to come,” she continued.</em>
Explanation:
Massacred, slaughter and killings are similar word choices that support my answer to Part A.
