Question

The importance of this Bridge in its far-reaching effects at once entices and baffles the imagination. At either end of the Bridge lies a great city – cities full of vigorous life.
—Opening Ceremonies of the
New York and Brooklyn Bridge,
Seth Low
Read this passage and identify the purpose that subjective language serves.

Answer 1

Answer:

The importance of this Bridge in its far-reaching effects ... effects at once entices and baffles the imagination. ... of the Bridge lies a great city – cities full of vigorous life.

Answer 2

Sample response: The subjective language in this passage is meant to persuade readers and listeners that the Brooklyn Bridge is important to both New York and Brooklyn.