Many people have heard of Johnny Appleseed, but not everyone realizes he was the real deal, an eccentric and energetic pioneer named John Chapman. However, the authentic story can't hold a candle to the mythology of the oddball who sowed apple seeds out of sheer benevolence. Chapman was actually a savvy businessman, traipsing around the American Midwest planting seeds like they were going out of style. Good things come to those who wait, and the trees flourished like there was no tomorrow. More significantly for Chapman, they established his claim to frontier land and brought him a degree of prosperity.

Question

Many people have heard of Johnny Appleseed, but not everyone realizes he was the real deal, an eccentric and energetic pioneer named John Chapman. However, the authentic story can't hold a candle to the mythology of the oddball who sowed apple seeds out of sheer benevolence. Chapman was actually a savvy businessman, traipsing around the American Midwest planting seeds like they were going out of style. Good things come to those who wait, and the trees flourished like there was no tomorrow. More significantly for Chapman, they established his claim to frontier land and brought him a degree of prosperity.

Why are the analogies used in the passage ineffective in contributing to the author's message?
They use snobbish language that is not appropriate for this subject
They carry a message that is nearly opposite of what the author intended.
They are cliches that don't contribute depth or understanding to the passage.

Answer 1

They distract from the main focus of the passage, which is to reveal the true identity and intentions of John Chapman.

Answer 2

They are cliches that don't contribute depth or understanding to the passage.

Answer 3

The analogies used in the passage are ineffective in contributing to the author's message because they are cliches that don't contribute depth or understanding to the passage. While the analogies may seem creative or catchy, they do not provide meaningful insights or enhance the reader's understanding of Johnny Appleseed's true story. The author's intent is to highlight the contrast between the popular mythology surrounding Johnny Appleseed and the reality of his life as a shrewd and successful businessman. However, the analogies used in the passage do not effectively convey this message.