Question

The gloom inside the house enveloped me as I stepped through the door. All around I could hear stealthy footsteps and ominous creaking. As an unearthly cry filled the room, I let out my own cry of dread.

What is the purpose of this passage?

to narrate
to persuade
to inform
to describe

Answer 1

The purpose of this passage is **to narrate**. It tells a story and conveys a sense of atmosphere and emotion through the events and feelings experienced by the narrator.