There was a lot of stuff that made me panicky, like suspension bridges, germs, airplanes, fireworks… a lot of the time i’d get that feeling like i was in the middle of a huge black ocean, or in deep space, but not in the fascinating way.

how does the narration affect oskar’s credibility in this excerpt?
his list of fears makes him seem mentally unstable.
his tale of panic makes him seem extremely immature.
his attempt at self-reflection makes him seem honest.
his knowledge of science makes him seem intellectual.

Why does the author's description of the mercury boiler—"the mercury, when vaporized, going into a mercury turbine and then into a condenser, remaining hot enough to generate steam in a steam boiler"—intentionally incorporate such highly technical language? using technical language establishes the expertise of the writer and convey the complex nature of the process being described. using technical language allows the writer to subtly poke fun at those who seek to make basic processes seem overly complicated. using technical language encourages readers to develop deeper and more meaningful personal connections to the information. using technical language lets the writer make clear to readers that the article is intended for readers who are themselves experts on electricity.