Question

Read the following from paragraph 1:

...the cry of some startled bird focused Rainsford's attention in that direction. Something was coming through the bush, coming slowly, carefully, coming by the same winding way Rainsford had come. He flattened himself down on the limb and, through a screen of leaves almost as thick as tapestry, he watched...

How does the phrase "coming slowly, carefully, coming by the same winding way" build suspense in this passage?

Question 8 options:

The phrase slows the pacing of the passage, leaving the reader anticipating what is coming.


The phrase quickens the pace of the passage, creating a sense of urgency for the reader.


The phrase uses emotionally charged words and therefore keep the reader on edge.


The phrase reveals that Rainsford is slowly losing his mind.

Answer 1

Answer is B I took the test

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The phrase quickens the pace of the passage, creating a sense of urgency for the reader.

Step-by-step explanation:

I did this on the test i promise i got an A