The most appropriate answer is D. The fans with their fingers crossed builds tension. We as the readers are curious to know what the outcome will be.
The rest of the answer choices doesn't build tension.
I am not entirely sure on this one... but the third option is my best guess.
c.) the area looks barren.
Since is objective should not include the writer’s opinion and include only facts from the text.
B. A device to level uneven surfaces
(they used concrete to level the ground)