Answer: Choice C)
He wishes for the reader to have an emotional response to the people or events.
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Explanation:
- Choice A is false because the events or people are real.
- Choice B is true (the people and events are real), but it's not the reason why the writer would go for a poem. The writer could go for an essay if all they wanted to do was talk about the person or event.
- Choice C is true and it's the answer. Poems provide an emotional response of some kind which allows people to connect better. This in turn allows people to remember the poem better, or remember the person/events better.
- Choice D is false because choice A is false.
The answer is C simile because the text says <span> "I would,"
Like the poor cat i' the adage?" Similes use like and as to compare 2 unlike things! Hope this helps now and with future questions that are similar!!!</span>
Its saying basically that there are hidden secrets underneath people. That every smile, nod or wave has a hidden agenda. It's like warning to be wary of who you trust.