Question

this excerpt creates suspense because it
○ helps the reader to understand how manjiro is
feeling.
○ explains how a problem in the story is resolved.
○ makes the reader want to find out what happens
next.
○ slows the story’s pacing by including only a little
action.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the definition of suspense in literature. Suspense is a literary device that makes readers curious about what will occur next.

• The first option relates to understanding a character's feelings, which is more about characterization or empathy, not suspense.
• The second option, explaining how a problem is resolved, is about resolution, not creating suspense (suspense is about anticipation before resolution).
• The third option, "makes the reader want to find out what happens next," aligns with the definition of suspense as it creates anticipation.
• The fourth option, slowing pacing with little action, might be a technique, but suspense is about driving curiosity, not just slowing pace.

Answer:

C. makes the reader want to find out what happens next.