Question

In The Story of My Life, Chapter 8, how does the chronological structure contribute to suspense?

The Story of My Life, Chapter 8

Responses

It describes Keller's joy at her present before it describes the present itself.
It describes Keller's joy at her present before it describes the present itself.

It describes each holiday event that leads up to the climax of Christmas morning.
It describes each holiday event that leads up to the climax of Christmas morning.

It describes all the hard work Keller did to make Christmas perfect.
It describes all the hard work Keller did to make Christmas perfect.

It describes previous Christmases before Keller could communicate.

Answer 1

In Chapter 8 of "The Story of My Life," the chronological structure contributes to suspense primarily through the way it describes previous Christmases before Keller could communicate. By reflecting on her past experiences of feeling isolated and unable to express herself during the holidays, the reader becomes more aware of the significance of this Christmas and the emotional buildup to it. This contrast heightens the anticipation for Keller's current experiences, as the reader is eager to see how her newfound ability to communicate will impact her celebration. The gradual layering of past struggles and her growing joy creates a poignant sense of suspense as the chapter progresses towards the climax of Christmas morning.