Question

which story has the most tension? a. a play in which a brilliant but misunderstood scientist discovers a gas he calls oxygen b. a movie about two teenagers who board the titanic, which the audience knows will sink c. a novel about two college students who immediately fall in love and end up getting married d. a short story in which three friends play a game of cards in a deep, dank, moldy cellar

Explanation:

To determine which story has the most tension, we analyze each option:

• Option A: A play about a scientist discovering oxygen (a historical scientific discovery) likely has less inherent tension as it's a factual - like event with less immediate danger or suspense.
• Option B: A movie about two teenagers on the Titanic. The audience knows the Titanic will sink, creating a sense of impending doom and suspense as we watch the characters' actions knowing the tragic outcome. This builds significant tension.
• Option C: A novel about college students falling in love and getting married is a typical romantic story with little to no tension as it follows a positive, expected romantic arc.
• Option D: A short story about three friends playing cards in a cellar. There's no indication of danger, conflict, or suspense - it seems like a mundane activity.

Answer:

B. A movie about two teenagers who board the Titanic, which the audience knows will sink