The author emphasizes the size of New York City to show that it's actually quite small compared to nature and the ecosystem. The author emphasizes the "colossal" size of New York as an ironic source with the purpose of showing that even the strongest concrete city can be drawn by the power of mother nature itself.
Answer:
D
Explanation:
This question is deceptive, as a man does struggle to find a shop, but not due to rain, the fog is what makes it harder for him to see.