Explain the effect of the phrase "caged like a prisoner" in the passage. (2 marks)
Answer
The phrase creates a sense of confinement and injustice, highlighting the tiger’s loss of freedom and evoking sympathy in the reader.
Step-by-step solution
- Locate the phrase "caged like a prisoner" in the passage.
- Observe the comparison made between the tiger and a human prisoner.
- Interpret how this comparison suggests loss of liberty and suffering.
- State that the effect is to generate sympathy and underline the theme of confinement.
Common mistake: Mentioning only the literal meaning of a cage without linking it to the emotional impact.
Concept tested: Effect of figurative language
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