The type of sentence this is, is a Simple or Declarative Sentence.
Answer: I would say “In the deepening twilight three figures were walking across the lawn toward the window.”
Explanation: It is suspenseful because the main character thinks they are ghosts, however, it is humerus in that this is merely a prank.
(Love this story BTW)
<span>Edwards gave this sermon to his congregation in Enfield, CT, in 1741, during what is known as The Great Awakening in American religion, a period in which leaders of the church were hoping to re-instill religious convictions, which they felt were weakening, in their congregations. It is almost a shame, by the way, that Edwards is chiefly remembered for this harsh sermon--most of his writing and his service to the church was much more positive.</span>