Question

Which events from the passage show how parallel plot lines create tension or suspense?

A.
While King Richard and Ratcliff discuss the rain, Norfolk prepares battle plans.
B.
After King Richard gives a speech to his generals, he gives a speech to the soldiers.
C.
While King Richard prepares to battle, Ratcliff and Norfolk prepare their troops.
D.
While King Richard plots against Richmond, Lord Stanley plots against King Richard.

Answer 1

D. While King Richard plots against Richmond, Lord Stanley plots against King Richard. These events from the passage shows how parallel plot lines create tension because it has two different characters that are entangled in a similar situations. King Richard is plotting and planning against Richmond, and the tension is seen because Lord Stanley another character is plotting against King Richard, so King Richard is plotting and also being plotted on.