5. How does the author manage to build tension in the opening of the story? (Paragraphs 1-9)
a. by not revealing how the main character previously busted his knee
b. by not revealing the main character’s relationship to Zara
c. by not revealing why the main character is losing his eyes
d. by not revealing iſ the main character’s life is at stake

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