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Figurative Language in Literature

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What does the phrase 'opened her arms to me' imply about New Orleans?

It is a city with a Caribbean population

It is a city with a cold and unfriendly atmosphere

It is a city with a warm and welcoming atmosphere (correct)

It is a city located in the Caribbean region

What does the phrase 'bestowed upon me the soft and languorous kiss of the Caribbean' suggest about New Orleans?

It is a city with a Caribbean culture

It is a city with a cold and unfriendly atmosphere

It is a city with a warm and welcoming atmosphere (correct)

It is a city located in the Caribbean region

What is the meaning of the figurative language in the sentence from paragraph 8?

New Orleans is a warm and welcoming city (correct)

New Orleans is a city that is cold and unfriendly

New Orleans is a city located in the Caribbean region

New Orleans is a city with a Caribbean population

What tone does the sentence from paragraph 8 convey about New Orleans?

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What does the sentence from paragraph 8 suggest about the visitor's experience in New Orleans?

<p>The visitor had a warm and welcoming experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Figurative Language in the Sentence

The sentence "‘New Orleans,’ writes another visitor, ‘opened her arms to me and bestowed upon me the soft and languorous kiss of the Caribbean.’" uses figurative language to describe the city of New Orleans.
The phrase "opened her arms to me" is a metaphor, suggesting that the city is welcoming and embracing.
The phrase "bestowed upon me the soft and languorous kiss of the Caribbean" is a personification, giving the city human-like qualities, implying a gentle and sensual experience.
The correct interpretation of the sentence is that New Orleans is a warm, welcoming city (Option D).

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Identify the meaning of figurative language in a given sentence from a literary passage. This quiz tests your understanding of literary devices and their interpretation.