What are rodericks reasons for placing madeline in the vault below the house

In Edgar Allan Poe's story "The Fall of the House of Usher", Roderick believes his sister Madelin, who suffers from a disease that puts her into a cataleptic state, has died. Therefore, with the aid of his visitor --the narrator of the story-- he takes her to an underground vault and puts her in a coffin. However, this burial has been premature, and after a long, desperate struggle to escape the grave, Madelin makes an appearance in Roderick's room.

how does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smiley? a) it characterizes smiley as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smiley as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smiley as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smile as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.

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