The old mountains had none of the glitz and glam boasted of by the towering Rockies out west, but these rugged hills had a worn, ancient secrecy about them.

Question

The old mountains had none of the glitz and glam boasted of by the towering Rockies out west, but these rugged hills had a worn, ancient secrecy about them.

What effect does the language have on the historic setting?

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Responses

Location-specific details indicate a specific region.
Location-specific details indicate a specific region.

Imagery helps engage the reader’s senses.
Imagery helps engage the reader’s senses.

The word choice reflects the time period.
The word choice reflects the time period.

Items from the past reveal the time period.
Items from the past reveal the time period.

Answer 1

The language used in the passage has the effect of reflecting the time period. The phrase "glitz and glam" suggests a more modern, contemporary setting, while the reference to "old mountains" and "ancient secrecy" implies a historic period. The use of the word "rugged" also adds to the sense of a time when nature was untamed and less explored. Overall, the language helps to create a historic setting for the story.