I am pretty sure it is C. Exposition because the scene is explaining background information on why the Captain was injured.
The answer could possibly be B though as the author seems to be starting the story with the injured captain as the climax...
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It makes readers focus on the conclusion and the author's message.
I believe the answer is c
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The scary atmosphere grabs the reader's attention and dramatizes the loss of public schools.
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Since you have it, why not take some points ;3
