Use the story description to answer the question. 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? (1 point) Responses The use of parallel plots adds a sense of mystery. The use of parallel plots adds a sense of mystery. The use of parallel plots adds a sense of surprise. The use of parallel plots adds a sense of surprise. The use of a subplot increases the sense of mystery. The use of a subplot increases the sense of mystery. The use of a subplot adds a sense of surprise.

Answer 1

The use of parallel plots adds a sense of surprise. By intertwining the detective's investigation of the unsolved murder with her developing romance with the librarian, the author creates unexpected twists in both the plot and the character dynamics. The overlapping of these two storylines heightens the tension and complexity, leading to surprising revelations for both the characters and the readers as they navigate the unfolding mystery and romance.