The author develops the character of Anastasia in this passage by using Anastasia’s dialogue to clarify Keri’s dialogue.
to reinforce Keri’s dialogue.
as a contrast to Keri’s dialogue.
as an addendum to Keri’s dialogue.

irving effectively uses emotional responses to create suspense in the story.irving’s tone creates expectations for the reader, which in turn create suspense.irving’s suspense would have been more effective with more vivid details.irving’s story is not suspenseful

man vs. nature - first choice

pretty sure 1.someone's coat was found in the lobby.