The pace of the passage speeds up in Paragraphs 2 through 4.
Explanation:
This is one of the ways in which the author creates tension in this story. In this text, the speaker begins by describing what her feelings are when it comes to her brother's birthday. He is about to turn 21 years old, which means that he will be able to vote. The speaker spends a long time discussing these feelings carefully. However, as the story progresses, the pace of the text quickens in Paragraphs 2 through 4. This creates a sense of suspense and tension in the mind of the reader.
