The importance of this Bridge in its far-reaching effects at once entices and baffles the imagination. At either end of the Bridge lies a great city – cities full of vigorous life. —Opening Ceremonies of the New York and Brooklyn Bridge, Seth Low Read this passage and identify the purpose that subjective language serves.
Sample response: The subjective language in this passage is meant to persuade readers and listeners that the Brooklyn Bridge is important to both New York and Brooklyn.
