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Excerpt from Great Expectations by Charles Dickens

in an arm-chair, with an elbow resting on the table and her head leaning on that hand sat the strangest lady I have ever soon, or shall ever see

She was dressed in rich materials-satins, and lice, and silks all of white

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in the Passage, what choice does the author make when describing the meeting of Pip and Miss Havisham?

The author allows Miss Havisham to conceal her true feelings about Pip creating a sense of mystery.

The author includes Pip's memories of Miss Havisham in the marsh churches, creating a sense ef familiarity

The author allows Pip to oliserve Miss Havisham in silence before talking with her, creating a sense of anticipation

The author Includes a disagreement between Pip and Miss Havisham at the end, creating a sense of discomfort

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

The author allows Pip to observe Miss Havisham in silence before talking with her, creating a sense of anticipation.

This choice emphasizes the mood and atmosphere of the meeting, building suspense and intrigue before their interaction unfolds.