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What effect is produced by the structure of this sentence from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens?

No wind that blew was bitterer than he, no falling snow was more intent upon its purpose, no pelting rain less open to entreaty.

A. It exaggerates the negative traits of the character in a poetic manner.

B. It draws the focus to the harsh climate that the character has to face.

C. It gives a mild hint that the character was in reality a good-natured person.

D. It sets up a fast pace for the story and creates a mood of excitement.

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A. It exaggerates the negative traits of the character in a poetic manner.
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