Question

How does the author's use of sensory details in "An Election Day Surprise" help develop the text? Select two answers. A The use of sensory details increases the anxiety in the story. B The use of sensory details highlights Anthony's internal conflict over the election. C The use of sensory details persuades skeptical readers that the story is believable. D The use of sensory details enhances the central conflict between Anthony and his rival. E The use of sensory details entertains the reader by highlighting Anthony's whimsical quirks as a character.}

Answer 1

The author's use of sensory details in "An Election Day Surprise" helped develop the text because:

B - The use of sensory details highlights Anthony's internal conflict over the election.

E The use of sensory details entertains the reader by highlighting Anthony's whimsical quirks as a character.

The use of sensory details in a story gives to the reader more detailed information about the character feelings and shows deeply the circumstances that were going on.

Answer 2

Answer:

B. The use of sensory details highlights Anthony's internal conflict over the election.

E. The use of sensory details entertains the reader by highlighting Anthony's funny quirks as a character.

Explanation:

Sensory details are used in this except to show that Antony has an internal conflict with the elections and this reason why he emphasizes his whimsical quirks. The author has therefore employed the use of sensory details intending to provide the reader with particular information about the feelings of the character. Consequently, the sensory details were essential to the author on the surprise on Election Day.