Question

a writer uses exposition to describe the setting of the story, an empty mansion that is dark and foreboding. then he introduces the reader to the two main characters, a couple who are young and naive. what emotion is the author most likely trying to create in the reader through this exposition? a. anxiety b. anger c. relief d. calm

Explanation:

The dark and foreboding mansion (a setting that often implies something bad might happen) combined with young and naive characters (who may be unaware of potential dangers) is a classic setup to make readers worry about what will happen to the characters. Anxiety is a feeling of unease or worry about what might occur. Anger would require some injustice or provocation shown in the text (not present here). Relief and calm are positive, relaxed emotions which the dark, foreboding description does not suggest.

Answer:

A. Anxiety