Down—steadily down it crept. I took a frenzied pleasure in contrasting its downward with its lateral velocity. To the right—to the left—far and wide—with the shriek of a damned spirit! to my heart with the stealthy pace of the tiger! I alternately laughed and howled, as the one or the other idea grew predominant.

Which aspect of psychological suspense dominates the passage?

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Down—steadily down it crept. I took a frenzied pleasure in contrasting its downward with its lateral velocity. To the right—to the left—far and wide—with the shriek of a damned spirit! to my heart with the stealthy pace of the tiger! I alternately laughed and howled, as the one or the other idea grew predominant.

 

Which aspect of psychological suspense dominates the passage?

anonymous · Answer

What do you think?

anonymous · Answer

I honestly don't know these are my options 

plot developed through fantasy
plain and simple writing style
heroic, admirable protagonists
emphasis on madness