Question

PLS HELP IN A TEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In the poem below, the author uses figurative language to describe sunflowers. Using details from the selection, discuss how the use of figurative language affects the meaning of the poem. Your answer should be 2-3 sentences.
Sunflowers by Beverly McLoughland They stand along the railroad tracks wide-eyed, stretching their long necks, gazing into the distance— like impatient travelers waiting for the 3 o’clock train.

Answer 1

The use of figurative language affects the meaning of the poem for the idea that the author wants to transmit.

For instance, "...stand along the railroad tracks wide-eyed...". The figurative language uses imagery for the reader can visualize the way the sunflower is widely open, facing the sun.

"...stretching their long necks..." uses a metaphor that serves to compare long stems with the way people turns its head to see something attractive but they can't see it well.

Figurative language uses figures of speech to be more accurate and persuasive. It uses resources like allusions, similes, imageries, hyperbole, onomatopoeia, and metaphors.

The poem "Sunflowers" was written by Beverly McLougland.