Question

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Explanation:

1. For the first question, the simile compares party guests to moths. Moths move aimlessly around light, mirroring the guests' superficial, unpurposeful movement at Gatsby's party, matching option B.
2. For the second question, the word "silt" means to stir up sediment in water, which creates a messy, disruptive action. This adds a sense of noisy, chaotic energy to the scene, matching option B.

Answer:

1. B. It creates an image of aimless, fragile movement, suggesting the superficial nature of the partygoers
2. B. It implies a violent or forceful action, adding energy and chaos to the scene.