Question

read this excerpt from edwardss sermon. the devil is waiting for them, hell is gaping for them, the flames gather and flash about them -jonathan edwards gaping means \wide open.\ why is this word so effective in conveying edwardss purpose to his audience? what details did you include in your response? check all that apply. gaping is related to living things, which makes hell seem like a living creature to the audience. the word gaping helps build the image of hell as a mouth that will swallow the audience up if they dont do as edward says. the connotation of gaping makes the image more frightening and persuasive.

Explanation:

The word "gaping" creates a vivid and menacing image of hell. It likens hell to a living, consuming entity, which is more frightening and persuasive. It also builds the image of hell as a mouth ready to swallow the audience if they don't follow Edward's religious - advice.

Answer:

The word gaping helps build the image of hell as a mouth that will swallow the audience up if they don't do as Edward says.
The connotation of gaping makes the image more frightening and persuasive.