"The new arrival also condoled with himself, so that Mrs. White said, "Tut, tut!" and coughed gently as her husband entered the
room, followed by a tall burly man, beady of eye and rubicund of visage." How does the description of Morris create suspense? A. It makes the reader question why this unusual man has arrived. B. It creates the image of a large man with a deceitful character. C. It makes the reader wonder why Morris expressed condolences. D. It creates a comparative picture of a huge man next to the small Whites.
The answer is option A: It makes the reader question why this unusual man has arrived.
In the excerpt from the story "The Monkey's Paw," the author creates suspense by describing Morris' appearance in detail. In this way, readers develop a feeling of uncertainty, mystery and expectation in their minds, wondering who the person is and how he will act.
