SAT English Practice Question

The author of the passage uses a series of short, declarative sentences to describe the initial scene. The use of short sentences creates a sense of urgency and immediacy, as if the events are unfolding rapidly. The author then shifts to longer, more descriptive sentences to provide a more detailed account of the scene. This shift in sentence structure helps to create a sense of contrast between the initial rush of events and the more leisurely pace of the later portion of the passage. What is the most likely reason why the author uses short, declarative sentences in the first part of the passage?

1. A.create a sense of urgency and immediacy.
2. B.establish the setting of the passage.
3. C.introduce the main characters of the passage.
4. D.describe the speaker’s feelings and experiences.