Question

Highlight the precise words the author uses to describe the island.

A barren rock face loomed ahead of them, without a hint of green anywhere. Worse, boulders rose out of the water like sharp claws ready to tear the boat to pieces.
—Heart of a Samurai,
Margi Preus

Which word best describes the island?

familiar
threatening
welcoming
green

Answer 1

Since I can't use a text markup, I put points from these •

A barren rock face loomed ahead of them, •without a hint of green anywhere• Worse, boulders rose out of the water •like sharp claws ready to tear the boat to pieces.•

—Heart of a Samurai,
Margi Preus

Which word best describes the island?

Answer: threatening