The gloom inside the house enveloped me as I stepped through the door. All around I could hear stealthy footsteps and ominous cr

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The gloom inside the house enveloped me as I stepped through the door. All around I could hear stealthy footsteps and ominous cr

eaking. As an unearthly cry filled the room, I let out my own cry of dread. What effect do the words with strong connotations have on this passage?

English

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Citrus2011 [14] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-04T10:35:15+03:00

Citrus2011 [14]3 years ago

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<u>Sample Response:</u> Words with strong connotations draw the reader into the description and bring the events to life. They make the reader feel scared along with the narrator.

Georgia [21] · Answer 2 · 2022-05-04T08:09:30+03:00

Georgia [21]3 years ago

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The words evoke a certain emotion to the reader, further drawing the reader's attention and maintaining it.