"And when it reached the edge of the cliff it seemed to leap up into the sky and hang there suspended for a few seconds, still
turning over and over in the air. . .
Then it began to fall. . .
Down. . .
Down. . .
Down. . .
Down. . .
Down. . .
SMACK! It hit the water with a colossal splash and sank like a stone."
Why do you think the author chose to repeat the word "Down?" What purpose does this serve in the story?