Part A

How does the author's depiction of the events that occur between the plane's landing and Faizula's first meeting with the man selling roses affect the passage?

It creates tension by detailing the repeated frustrations that nearly overwhelm Faizula.

It creates confusion by describing decisions that Faizula makes, which lead to his own unhappiness.

It creates mystery by making the reader wonder why everything seems to be going wrong for Faizula.

It creates humor by relating Faizula’s inner thoughts and feelings about what happens to him.

Part B

Which sentence from the passage supports the answer in Part A?

“He made his way as quickly as possible from the gangway into the terminal to a seat in a corner where he could get online.”

“He searched through the list of wireless signals for one that wasn’t password protected and found the airport guest network.”

“You have four hours of free wireless internet.”

“He furrowed his brow and pinched his eyelids together and was about to lose his composure when he heard a timid voice.”