How do the phrases from paragraph 2, “precious pair” and “birds of the same feather”, most impact the passage’s overall tone and how that tone is developed? A
The metaphor in the phrases shows the similarities between two characters, which develops a skeptical tone.
B
Both phrases contain alliteration, which helps to emphasize the closeness of two of the characters, developing a jealous tone.
C
The passage uses the two normally pleasant phrases in a negative way, which develops a mocking and rude tone.
D
The descriptive language of the phrases represents an obvious contrast between the characters, which develops a defiant tone.
