Enhancing Descriptive Style in Writing

Hard Rhetorical Skills Style

Read the following passage:

As the weary travelers made their way through the deserted town, they were struck by the eerie silence that enveloped the streets. Each step echoed against the crumbling walls, whispering stories of a bygone era.

Which of the following revisions would most enhance the descriptive style of this passage?

As the travelers trudged through the abandoned town, they noticed how quiet it had become.

As the weary travelers made their way through the deserted town, they were struck by the uncomfortable stillness that suffocated the streets.

While walking through the town, the travelers felt tired and noticed it was quiet.

As the travelers walked, they felt the absence of noise in the empty town.

Hint

Submitted6.9K

Correct4.9K

% Correct71%