Which statement best describes how the pace of the excerpt creates tension?

pyramus’s quick action hurries the plot to his tragic death.
pyramus’s quick action hurries the plot to reveal his crime.
pyramus’s long speech slows the pace to prolong suspense.
pyramus’s long speech slows the pace to taunt the lioness.

Pyramus's quick action hurries the plot to his tragic death

Explanation:

this statement shows that tension is there as the reader wonders if Pyramus is going to die because of his quick action.

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