The short story element which the author develops in the excerpt given above is SETTING.
In drama, setting refers to both the time and the geographic location within which a narrative take place; it is the context in which a story takes places. The setting has the function of initiating the main back drop and the mood for the story. Setting is one of the most important elements which affects a story.
From my understanding I think the answer is A?
Answer:
Have you read the Great Gatsby ?
Answer:
equal justice, equal opportunity, equal dignity without discrimination.
Explanation:
Without meaning to these right they are really just words
