Read the paragraph below and answer the question that follows it. Sliding, stealth in slow motion, it stopped and started again. Approaching steadily, steadfastly intent on its prey, it never ceased. At last, so focused, it pounced, and its prey succumbed. 2. How does the use of alliteration affect the mood of the passage? (1 point) Responses A. The use of many words beginning or containing the "s" sound creates an apprehensive mood. A. The use of many words beginning or containing the "s" sound creates an apprehensive mood. B. The choice of such words as "steadily" and "steadfastly" creates a positive, determined mood. B. The choice of such words as "steadily" and "steadfastly" creates a positive, determined mood. C. The use of past tense action words creates a despairing mood. C. The use of past tense action words creates a despairing mood. D. The repetition of words associated with hunting make the reader's mood fearful.

Answer 1

A. The use of many words beginning or containing the "s" sound creates an apprehensive mood.