The two visitors heard this strange talk, and they began to wonder if their host meant to toss them into the river bed; rich men had been known to do such things.

Question

How does the sentence help develop the conflict?

A.
It explains why the father-in-law is angry with the man and his son and why they feel they must leave his house immediately.
B.
It gives the man and his son a reason to leave the father-in-law's house because they know his language does not make sense.
C.
It clarifies that even though the father-in-law's speech is confusing, he lets the man and his son know they will be thrown in the river bed.
D.
It shows that although the man and his son do not understand the father-in-law, they become afraid of him based on his words.

Answer 1

D. It shows that although the man and his son do not understand the father-in-law, they become afraid of him based on his words.

This choice captures the development of conflict by illustrating the fear and tension experienced by the visitors as they interpret the father-in-law's strange talk as a potential threat, heightening their sense of danger and unease in the situation.