Part 1: An Introduction to Elizabethan England — Unit test
Question 23 • *HSA 26-27 English IV A -IC
Read the paragraph.With a steady rhythm, Celia put one foot in front of the other and continued up the steep trail. Her feet ached and the muscles in her legs groaned, but still, she climbed. Her footsteps kept time like a drum and the reliable up-and-down movement inched her forward. One step, two steps, three steps, four. All she had to do was stick to the beat and keep walking.How does the analogy impact the meaning of the sentences?
Answer
A
It helps the reader imagine Celia's pace as she walks.
B
It emphasizes the soreness of Celia's legs as she walks.
C
It implies that Celia will be unable to continue climbing.
D
It suggests that Celia has only a few more steps to go.
Explanation
The passage compares Celia’s footsteps to a drum and describes her movement as a steady beat. This analogy helps the reader picture the regular rhythm and pace of her walking. It does not suggest that she is about to stop or has only a few steps left.
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