Question

select the correct answer.
look at paragraphs 3–7. how does the pacing in paragraphs 3–7 create tension?
a. the longer portions of text in this part of the story only contain background information and do not contribute to the tension or suspense in the story.

b. paragraphs 3, 4, and 6 are longer, more detailed paragraphs while paragraphs 5 and 7 are brief and allow the reader to take in the shocking information more quickly which helps to pace the tension the reader feels.

c. the incomplete statements in paragraphs 3, 5, and 6 are meant to slow the reader down and ease the tension from one event to the next.

d. paragraphs 4 and 7 provide clarification about whether lemarchant is or is not sleeping, which reduces the tension felt by both the narrator and reader.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: It claims longer portions only have background info, but this is incorrect as longer paragraphs can contribute to tension.
• Option B: Longer, detailed paragraphs (3,4,6) build tension, while brief paragraphs (5,7) quickly deliver shocking info, increasing tension pace. This matches how pacing creates tension.
• Option C: The incomplete statements in paragraphs 3,5,6 are meant to build, not ease, tension. So this is wrong.
• Option D: Paragraphs 4 and 7 clarifying sleep status would reduce tension, but the question is about creating tension, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

B. Paragraphs 3, 4, and 6 are longer, more detailed paragraphs while paragraphs 5 and 7 are brief and allow the reader to take in the shocking information more quickly which helps to pace the tension the reader feels.