Use the story description to answer the question.%0D%0A%0D%0AA story begins with two characters working together to change a tire. The characters are trying to avoid speaking to each other, and it becomes clear that they had an argument before they ended up in this situation. A red car pulls up behind them. A scene shows one of the two characters riding in the red car, having a lighthearted conversation with its driver. Another scene shows the two characters who were working to change the tire arguing about the driver of the red car. As the driver of the red car approaches the two characters, their eyes meet. It is clear their argument has not been resolved.%0D%0AHow does the author use a plot device to create an effect?%0D%0A%0D%0A(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AA plot device creates a sense of mystery.%0D%0AA plot device creates a sense of mystery.%0D%0A%0D%0AA plot device increases tension.%0D%0AA plot device increases tension.%0D%0A%0D%0AA plot device creates a sense of surprise.%0D%0AA plot device creates a sense of surprise.%0D%0A%0D%0AA plot device increases the conflict.
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The correct response is: A plot device increases tension.
The story describes two characters who are avoiding each other and are clearly in conflict, which builds tension in their interaction as they work together on the tire. The arrival of the red car and the contrasting lightheartedness of the conversation inside it further heightens the tension between the two characters who remain argumentative and unresolved in their feelings.
