The use of detailed descriptions is a common feature of epic poetry like The Rámáyan of Válmíki. Option A is correct.
An epic poem is a long, narrative poem that usually deals with heroic deeds and events or situations that are of paramount importance to the culture of the poet. Several ancient writers used epic poetry to tell tales of intense adventures and heroic feats.
An epic poem ordinarily involves a time beyond living memory in which the extraordinary doings of the extraordinary men and women occured.
Among the choices, letter B is the most complex. This is because it uses two clauses just to deliver its meaning. Jamming a lot of clauses in one sentence would cause the reader to be 'breathless'. A good sentence must be short enough to be read in one breath, but precise in meaning. One clause could be enough. If you want to add more information, you can use conjunctions or transition words. But do not overdo it.
The diction of Steinbeck here in apparently describing the dustbowl conditions of the Dirty Thirties is speaking of "tenant men" or presumably men who were tenant farmers perhaps who were allowed to live on the land in return for working it and that they "scuffed" their way home indicates that the dust was so thick they had to scuff but also perhaps that since they could barely make a living under the poor agricultural conditions they did not walk confidently but scuffed.
The answer for that question would be B.<span>Both excerpts attempt to persuade Queen Elizabeth's audience that she is willing to sacrifice her life for England's well-being.</span>
