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Read paragraph 8 from the passage.

(8) . . ."I've often sailed in these seas, and I know that while some of the traders sailing between these islands and South America and other parts are decentish enough, others are [not]. But that's not the point. I have overheard, of late, some of the rascals plotting to murder the officers and take this ship. But I cannot point 'em out, for though I heard their voices I couldn't see their faces. I think I know who they are, but could not swear to 'em, and it would be worse than useless to denounce them till we have some evidence to go on. I therefore want you to help me with your advice and assistance, so that we may get up a counterplot to spoil their fun—for I'm quite certain that if we fail to—hark! what's that?"
This underlined sentence starts to build tension because
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Answer 1

The sentence builds tension by revealing a plot of mutiny and the challenge of not knowing the identities of the conspirators, thus foreshadowing conflict and creating suspense.

Step-by-step explanation:

The underlined sentence in paragraph 8 from the passage builds tension because it introduces the element of a secret plot that characters must respond to, and there is uncertainty regarding the identity of the conspirators. The phrase "I have overheard, of late, some of the rascals plotting to murder the officers and take this ship" reveals a plot of mutiny and murder, increasing the stakes of the narrative and foreshadowing potential conflict. The tension is further heightened by the narrator's admission of being unable to recognize the culprits, which creates a sense of suspicion and the imminent need for action to prevent the disastrous outcome.