Question

Notice the tone created by the bold word in this sentence.
The child seemed frozen in place as the snake slithered closer.
How does the author most likely want the reader to feel about the scene?

anxious for the child

amused by the situation

neutral about the snake

annoyed by the snake

Answer 1

The author most likely wants the reader to feel **anxious for the child**. The word "frozen" suggests a sense of fear or helplessness, which creates a tense atmosphere as the snake approaches.