Pronoun and Adjective Function in Pliny
In the passage below, how does the interplay of the pronouns ‘meus,’ ‘eius,’ and ‘sua’ with the adjective ‘secundissimo’ contribute to the characterization of Pliny the Elder?
Quo tunc avunculus meus secundissimo invectus, complectitur trepidantem consolatur hortatur, utque timorem eius sua securitate leniret.
The pronouns establish hierarchy while ‘secundissimo’ demonstrates the uncle’s subordinate position
The pronouns show confusion about identity while ‘secundissimo’ indicates the second-best available option
The pronouns create distance while ‘secundissimo’ shows the uncle’s secondary importance to the rescue
The pronouns trace emotional relationships while ‘secundissimo’ shows how favorable conditions enable the uncle’s calming leadership style
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