How does figurative language, including simile, metaphor, personification, and apostrophe, affect the meaning of a literary work?

figurative language is another name for plot structure.
figurative language provides vivid detail and relates obscure ideas to more well-known things.
figurative language is only used for talking about numbers or solving math problems.
figurative language is another name for dialogue between characters.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.