Read the excerpt from chapter 6 of Animal Farm.

Question

With one accord they dashed down to the spot. Napoleon, who seldom moved out of a walk, raced ahead of them all. Yes, there it lay, the fruit of all their struggles, levelled to its foundations, the stones they had broken and carried so laboriously scattered all around. Unable at first to speak, they stood gazing mournfully at the litter of fallen stone.

How does the pacing of this passage affect the reader’s interpretation of the text? Select two options.

It creates suspense.
It allows uneventful time to pass.
It establishes a scene with details.
It increases interest in Snowball.
It includes flashbacks that affect plot.

Answer 1

The two options that best describe how the pacing of this passage affects the reader’s interpretation of the text are:

1. It creates suspense. - The quick movement of the characters rushing to the spot and the anticipation of what they will find builds suspense for the reader.

2. It establishes a scene with details. - The description of the fallen stones and the characters' initial reaction helps to create a vivid scene, allowing the reader to visualize the destruction and feel the weight of the moment.