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?

plot developed through fantasy
plain and simple writing style
heroic, admirable protagonists
emphasis on madness

Question

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?

plot developed through fantasy
plain and simple writing style
heroic, admirable protagonists
emphasis on madness