In paragraphs 8–10 of "The Interlopers," the tension between the two men escalates as they accuse each other of trespassing, emphasizing their longstanding feud and unwillingness to find common ground. Their harsh words and the dangerous situation of being trapped under the fallen tree highlight their animosity, creating an atmosphere of hostility and uncertainty about their fate; for example, the narrative conveys their desperate circumstances while they focus on their grievances instead of cooperating to escape.
Use paragraphs 8–10 from “The Interlopers” to answer the question.
In this excerpt, two men are trapped under a tree and accuse each other of trespassing on their land. How do the men’s situation and conversation create tension and mystery in the story? In 1-2 sentences, support your ideas with evidence from the paragraph.
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