Question

6. Throughout the passage, the author builds suspense.

Which structural choice contributes most directly to
the creation of suspense?
O A. Jimmy Tom's repeated dives into the reef, despite his
run-ins with danger and Jim Tom's caution
OB. Jim Tom repeatedly telling the story of his son's
death in the spot where he died
O C. the sudden appearance of dangerous sea predators
only when Jimmy Tom is underwater
O D. Jim Tom's paralyzation and inability to swim in the
reef with his grandson

Answer 1

The correct answer is C.

The sudden appearance of dangerous sea predators only when Jimmy Tom is underwater contributes most directly to the creation of suspense in the passage.