... ; To gain a sense of belonging, the migrants "sought each other out instinctively," like lone animals who want companions to feel comfort and strength. The similes "like a homing pigeon/circling to get its bearings" and "like birds of passage" are used to heavily express how lost the migrants feel, as they circle around and wander confused ... ...

• Word Count: 1336
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: Undergraduate