Question 1: Identify a metaphor used in the passage and explain its effect.

Answer: The phrase 'the sky was painted with hues of violet and gold' is a metaphor that creates a vivid, artistic image of the sunset.

Question 2: What term describes the character of the city being built on ancient ruins?

Answer: Historical or Archaeological setting.

Question 3: Identify one example of alliteration in the passage.

Answer: ‘crystal rivers weave’ uses alliteration with the repetition of the 'w' sound.

Question 4: Which literary technique is used in the phrase 'guarded by elusive creatures that vanished at dawn'?

Answer: b) Foreshadowing

Question 5: Write a short paragraph describing how the author creates a mystical atmosphere in the passage. Use specific examples.

Answer:

Question 6: Identify and explain the use of any caesura in the passage, if present.

Answer: No caesura is explicitly used in the passage.

Question 7: Find an example of descriptive language used to evoke imagery of the landscape.

Answer: ‘emerald forests stretch beyond the horizon’ vividly describes the lush landscape.

Question 8: Explain how the author uses vocabulary to build the setting of Eldoria.

Answer: The author uses words like 'spires,' 'luminescent,' 'crystal,' and 'hues' to create a magical and vivid setting.

Question 9: Based on the passage, suggest two ways the author enhances the sense of wonder in the world-building.

Answer: Use of descriptive imagery (e.g., 'shimmering flora') and mystical elements like rune stones and guarded secret valleys.