What is the purpose of the introduction [paragraphs 1-3]

1. in the bold portion of the narrative, the author tries to use a flashback to develop tension. however, the flashback does not create tension. rewrite the flashback scene so it develops tension right at the beginning of the story. (15 points)

How is theme of loneliness developed in chapter 4? thinking about the characters lennie,crooks,candy,and curley's wife

Which details from the excerpt best indicate that the tomb is a frightening place ?