She felt the drag of a lean and narrow life. The walls of the rooms were discordantly
papered. The floors were covered with
matting and the hall laid with a thin rag
carpet. One could see that the furniture was
of that poor, hurriedly patched together
quality sold by the instalment houses."
What purpose does imagery serve in the
excerpt above?
A It demonstrates that Mr. Hanson
doesn't provide well for his family.
B. It shows that Mrs. Hanson is
unsatisfied with her life and her
husband.
c. It characterizes Carrie as
judgmental and snobby.
D. It emphasizes the working class
quality of Mr. and Mrs. Hanson's life
together.

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