Question

The following question refers to “Lather and Nothing Else” by Hernando Tellez.

Read the sentence from the story and answer the question below.

The lather was drying on his face. I must hurry. . . . The razor kept descending.

Denotative meaning of descending: coming down or downward

Answer 1

Considering the circumstances of the story, how does the connotative meaning of descending affect the mood of the story?

A.
The positive and loving connotative meaning of descending helps create a romantic mood.
B.
The negative and dangerous connotative meaning of descending helps create a suspenseful mood.
C.
The neutral and balanced connotative meaning of descending helps create a calm mood.
D.
The negative and depressing connotative meaning of descending helps create a somber mood.