Can someone describe an urban landscape using a metaphor?

What is the effect of narrator's word choice on the tone of this passage? the words "my heart shrank within itself" create a fearful tone. the words "better-omened" set a hopeful tone. the words "wounded his fellow" develop a remorseful tone. the words "struck harsh upon my ears" suggest an irritated tone.

In “drummer hodge,” which of thefollowing words best describes whatthe landscape is to hodge?

Aside from his general attitude toward women, what kept cisneros father from appreciating her writing?