The effect of the simile in this passage makes the passage more interesting and gives it that extra "boost" to help the reader understand what is going on.
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Noun 1: Linda
Noun 2: dog
Verb: has
Noun 3: dog
Adjective: little
Noun being modified: dog
Subject: Linda
Predicate: dog
Article: a
Because if I do, I will just appeal your emotions. You don’t want to die young, do you?
What do you think?
Your answer would be "D" because it explained everything is beautiful but at the end it said, "But within the dense shadows, all seemed dark and gloomy as the grave." Hope this helps!