Renway was notoriously reclusive. People rarely saw him, and he almost never granted interviews, so the fact that Alex was about to enter Renway's home was somewhat daunting. After requesting an interview, an astonished Alex had received a response designating this very afternoon and time for an interview. Alex made a mental review of his letter, painfully aware that he had not stated that he was a student. Alex worried that Renway wouldn't think that he was a real reporter. Who would believe that a kid would have the audacity to ask for some of Renway's valuable time?
Suddenly, the door opened. Alex swallowed hard, trying to focus on the man before him.
"Hello, Mr. Renway," Alex croaked, extending his right hand awkwardly over the threshold, "I'm Alex Talbot—and I have a confession to make. I'm not a real reporter—I'm just a kid from the high school who wants to talk to you."
To Alex's astonishment, Renway smiled and gestured toward an elegant inner room. "I know, Alex. That's why you're here. Won't you come in?"
Question
How does the setting ,begin emphasis,best,end emphasis, help develop the character of Alex?
Answer options with 4 options
1.
Renway's impressive house triggers doubt and insecurity in Alex.
2.
The elegant room into which Renway invites Alex initiates a sense of calm in Alex.
3.
Renway's grand entryway reminds Alex that he must be confident when interviewing Renway.
4.
The friendly way Renway greets Alex in the magnificent surroundings prompts Alex to regret coming.
1 answer
The best option that illustrates how the setting helps develop the character of Alex is:
This option aligns with Alex's feelings of intimidation and unease as he stands in the grand entryway of Renway's home, which underscores his nervousness about the interview situation. The opulence of the setting contrasts with Alex's self-image as a "kid" and contributes to his internal conflict about approaching the noted author.
