Part A

How does the author of this passage create tension?


The author uses flashback to show readers pieces of the narrator’s childhood.


The author describes the dangerous situation that the characters in the story are facing.


The author presents how qualified and talented his pilot is.


The author discusses the background and training that the narrator endured.

Part B

Which textual evidence supports the response in Part A?


“It looks like we’re going to circle around and wait for the most judicious opportunity for rescue.”


“I have received years of elite training for missions like this, and I have a spotless track record for at-sea rescues.”


“I shouldn’t think of this as easy. I know what I need to do here, but I could lose one these men if just one thing goes wrong.”


“As much as I wanted to know what was going to happen to the people on that boat, I was just as captivated by that amazing rescue team.”