Question

analyzing figurative language. the area, the known dissolve in iridescence, become illusive flash of light that was not, was, forever is. o light beheld as through refracting tears. here is the aura of that world each of us has lost. here is the shadow of its joy. - monets waterlilies, robert hayden. how does the underlined simile add meaning to the poem? it explains why monet painted this scene. it creates imagery that appeals to hearing. it describes the use of light in the painting. it connects back to a historical event.

Explanation:

Similes in poetry are used to create vivid imagery. In this poem, the simile likely helps describe the visual - like the use of light. It doesn't explain Monet's painting motivation, doesn't appeal to hearing, and there's no indication of a connection to a historical event.

Answer:

It describes the use of light in the painting.