Question

The pounding of the cylinders increased: ta-pocketa-pocketa-pocketa-pocketa-pocketa. The Commander stared at the ice forming on the pilot window. He walked over and twisted a row of complicated dials.

How does the word choice in this excerpt affect the story's mood or atmosphere?

Question options:

The imitation of the sound of cylinders creates a playful mood.


The use of the word stared creates intensity.


The description of pounding creates a foreboding mood.


The use of the phrase “complicated dials” creates a mood of seriousness.

Answer 1

Option C- The description of pounding creates a foreboding mood. Should be your answer choice.