Question

refer to explorations in literature for a complete version of the story. which statement best explains how o. henrys use of third - person narration in after twenty years affects the story? it allows o. henry to create dialogue for multiple characters. it forces o. henry to begin the story with action rather than with a characters internal thoughts. it lets o. henry spend less time describing the setting. it gives o. henry a way to keep key information about both main characters hidden until the end.

Explanation:

Third - person narration can be used to build suspense by withholding information. In "After Twenty Years", O. Henry uses it to keep key details about the main characters secret until the end, creating a surprise twist. Dialogue can be created in other narrative points - of - view too. The narrative point of view doesn't force a start with action or limit setting description.

Answer:

It gives O. Henry a way to keep key information about both main characters hidden until the end.