How does the voice of the narrator in “Mendel Prepares” add to the readers’ understanding of Mendel’s conflict about public speaking? A
Because the narrator uses internal dialogue, the reader hears Mendel’s thoughts and knows why public speaking is frightening.
B
Because the narrator uses figurative language, the reader is more interested in what Mendel does and feels more sympathy toward him.
C
Because the narrator tells the story from Mendel’s point of view, the information is limited and distorts the reader’s understanding.
D
Because the narrator tells the story in chronological order, the reader is kept in suspense and does not know if Mendel will succeed in speaking.