Question

Read paragraphs 9–11.

(9) The Boy gave heed to this thought, though he knew in his heart that it did not make any difference. Just then the tired woman gave a sigh and shifted the heavy baby to the other arm.

(10) The Boy did not wait any longer, but slipped at once down from his seat. "Here is a little room, ma'am!" he said, in his clear, childish voice. "There isn't enough for you, but you might put the baby down, and rest your arms."

(11) At that moment the car gave a lurch, and the Boy lost his balance and fell forward,—right against the knees of the ogre.

How does the pacing create surprise in these paragraphs?

Answer 1

Answer: The boy's lack of energy is overcome by his interest in helping the woman; this change leads to confusion about the boy's actions. The correct option is C.

Explanation: Pace, or pacing, is the rate at which a story is told in literature. The number of words required to write about a specific event is determined by how important that moment is to the story, not by how long it takes to occur.

Pacing influences the mood of your story, aids in the development of ideas and themes, and allows your readers to connect with the characters and the events that surround them.

While it's tempting to believe that a quick pace will be most effective, the truth is that it all depends on the story you're telling.

The boy's lack of energy is overcome by his desire to assist the woman, causing confusion about the boy's actions.