Question

select the correct answer.
what is the effect of the structure in the essay \loneliness... an american malady\ by carson mccullers?

a. the clear and concise narration allows the reader to draw connections across the essay.

b. the stream-of-consciousness narration allows a more intimate connection to the reader.

c. the melancholic thoughts in the narration create a frustrated and incoherent mood.

d. the sense of moral isolation creates a need to belong among emotionally detached readers.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The essay does not use a clear, concise narration for connection; it's more introspective. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Carson McCullers' essay uses stream - of - consciousness narration, which gives readers a more intimate look into the author's thoughts and feelings, creating a closer connection. This is consistent with the essay's style.
• Option C: The narration's melancholic thoughts don't create a frustrated and incoherent mood; instead, they are a coherent exploration of loneliness. Eliminate C.
• Option D: The essay's structure is about exploring loneliness, not creating a need to belong among emotionally detached readers. Eliminate D.

Answer:

B. The stream - of - consciousness narration allows a more intimate connection to the reader.