A story is told from a detective’s perspective. The detective is investigating an unsolved murder from decades ago. The murder happened in a library. Many detectives have tried to crack the case, but none have succeeded. During the investigation, the detective begins to have feelings for the librarian who handles her requests for old newspapers. Their romance blooms but is often interrupted by the demands of the case. Just as they seem to be close to solving the case, a fresh murder happens—and it appears to be related to the cold case. At first, the detective suspects the librarian. A series of discoveries proves the librarian innocent. Together, the detective and the librarian solve both cases and catch the criminal—a patron who is often at the library.
How does the author’s choice of structure create a specific effect?
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Responses
The use of a subplot adds a sense of surprise.
The use of a subplot adds a sense of surprise.
The use of parallel plots adds a sense of mystery.
The use of parallel plots adds a sense of mystery.
The use of a subplot increases the sense of mystery.
The use of a subplot increases the sense of mystery.
The use of parallel plots adds a sense of surprise.
1 answer
The correct response is:
The use of a subplot increases the sense of mystery.
This choice highlights how the romantic subplot between the detective and the librarian weaves together with the main murder investigation, enhancing the overall tension and intrigue of the narrative while also adding depth to the characters' experiences and relationships.
