Answer:
3. Again, and then, in addition.
Explanation:
All of these are words that signal that more information about the same subject is coming up.
This is a good observation. The General reveals to Rainsford that Rainsford himself will be the hunted in page 11-15 of the story. So, your observation is correct. There is a delay in introducing the main conflict. The main reason for this is to keep Rainsford in suspense and study his reaction.
How can it be “I love you” when love doesn’t exist-