I would say that the description of the horseman's gaze helps the reader foreshadow that <em>the father knows his final fate is at the bottom of the cliffs. </em><u><em>The answer would be C.</em></u>
Explanation:
I chose C because, by reading the excerpt, the reader can understand that when looking into his son's eyes, the horseman sees compassion, but also bravery, so I think that what's going to happen is that the son will in fact shoot his father, but not without pity. I think he knows that's what he has to do and does it, but not without compassion for the relationship.
Presenting the manner of grief strengthens the impression made on the reader because it helps the reader understand more about how the author or character feels about the situation. <span />
Prospero gives his blessing to Ferdinand and Miranda, warning Ferdinand only that he take care not to break Miranda's “virgin-knot” before the wedding has been solemnized.