Question

in this selection, the author describes the drought problem by stating \but imagine catching that water, the way spider webs get drippy in the mist.\ why does the author include this analogy?
a to argue how impossible it is to solve the problem plaguing the town
b to point out how integral spiders are in solving the drought problem in the town
c to give a relatable situation to help understand the solution to the problem
d to give a visual of what the villagers look like while they solve a problem

Explanation:

An analogy comparing catching water to spider webs collecting mist uses a familiar, visual scenario to help readers grasp the concept of a water-capturing solution for drought. Option A is incorrect because the analogy does not frame the problem as impossible. Option B is wrong as spiders are not presented as part of solving the drought issue. Option D is irrelevant, as the analogy does not describe villagers' appearance. Option C correctly identifies that the analogy provides a relatable, understandable scenario for the drought solution.

Answer:

C. to give a relatable situation to help understand the solution to the problem