Question #6430575Single Choice

AP English Literatur

Question

What is the effect of diction in the following excerpt?

"Beneath the dying sun’s red glare,
The sea lies still, a breathless grave."

The diction establishes a tone of desolation and finality through words like "dying" and "breathless."

The diction conveys warmth and hope, as the sun’s red light suggests a peaceful ending.

The diction is neutral, simply describing a sunset without emotional connotation.

The diction is overly complex and difficult to interpret.

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