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a) The writer gives the impression that the wolf is cunning, sly and dangerous as it watches the piglets snuffling, knowing it is about to pounce.
b) The writer uses alliteration in the sentence to slow the reader down and give an indication of suspense or fear.
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In the clearing, the piglets snuffled with no regard to the danger that was lurking nearby. They forgot to look up from the forest floor as they foraged deep into the warmth of the fetid, damp soil, rotten with decaying leaves and berries.
Without warning, the wily wolf watched and waited nearby. It wasn't time yet!
a) What impression does the writer give of the wolf? Explain your answer referring to the text.
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b) What language feature is used in the passage? Explain how it is effective.
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