In Passage 2, how does the author's manipulation of time in paragraphs 2 and 3 impact the story? O By flashing back to the first moment Della saw the gold watch chain, he creates tension as to how Jim will react to Della's decision to cut her hair.

O By using a parallel plot structure to show the simultaneous actions of Della and Jim, he creates mystery as to what each of them is trying to accomplish.

O By flashing forward to show Jim's reaction, he creates surprise regarding the impact Della's decision to cut her hair has on her relationship with Jim.

O By slowing down the pace of the story with a great deal of description, he reflects the lengths Della will go to in order to earn the money to buy the gold watch chain.