Flash-forward or prolepsis is a literary device in which the plot goes ahead of time i.e. a scene that interrupts and takes the narrative<span> forward in time from the current time in a story. So your answer is C.</span>
C) because
The sentence gives a justification of Rainsford’s decision
to stop pursuing the boat. It is an answer to the question why he is heading
towards the sound of the gunshots even if it appears risky and that he may be
hit by the shots.
Chronological would be most useful
It means someone has earned a great deal of respect. Especially because of wisdom, age, etc.
So your answer is respectable. :)
