A character's thoughts are shown in fragments: 'Door. Dark. Footsteps. Run.' What does this suggest?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Panic and fast, fragmented thinking
- Step 1: The sentence fragments are short and abrupt.
- Step 2: They suggest panic and fast, jumbled thoughts.
Answer
Panic and fast, fragmented thinking.
Why not the others: Calm and careful planning of an escape: Fragments suggest the opposite of careful planning. A formal and objective report of events: A formal report would use full sentences. A slow, relaxed mood: The pace is fast, not relaxed.
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