Why would an author choose to use figurative language?

Certain literary devices such as similes, metaphors, and personification can help create word pictures for the reader. When persuasive writers use figurative language, they are more likely to engage their readers and make their argument more relevant and convincing.

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what is the context here? we need to know what story you're talking about : )

the turtle carries new life, oat seeds, over to the other side of the highway and plants them there.