“At first, my father simply doubled over under the blows, but then he seemed to break in two like an old tree struck by lightning.” What does the comparison of Idek to lightning emphasize to the reader?

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chapter 4

Asked by nun y #998346 on 4/8/2020 10:51 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 4/8/2020 11:53 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 4/8/2020 11:53 PM

The comparison of the blows Idek released upon Elie's father to lightning, illustrates their force.... their violence.

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