Use the beginning of a narrative to answer the question.
It was bad enough that the family was running a half hour late to get to their grandfather’s house for dinner. Even worse was the fact that they were bringing five more people than he expected.
Why does the writer begin the story in this way?
(1 point)
Responses
to create interest in why the family was bringing five more people than expected
to create interest in why the family was bringing five more people than expected
to create a picture in readers’ minds of what the dinner will be like
to create a picture in readers’ minds of what the dinner will be like
to make readers wonder what the grandfather made for dinner
to make readers wonder what the grandfather made for dinner
to create humor by introducing a ridiculous situation
to create humor by introducing a ridiculous situation
The writer begins the story in this way primarily:
(1) to create interest in why the family was bringing five more people than expected
Starting a narrative with a problem or unexpected circumstance like arriving late and with more guests than anticipated can hook the reader's attention and prompt them to wonder about the reason behind this situation. It sets the stage for ensuing events and potential conflicts or challenges that might arise from this complication, making the readers curious about the unfolding story.