Read the excerpt from part 3 of "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge." His neck was in pain and lifting his hand to it found it horribly swollen. He knew that it had a circle of black where the rope had bruised it. His eyes felt congested; he could no longer close them. His tongue was swollen with thirst; he relieved its fever by thrusting it forward from between his teeth into the cold air. How softly the turf had carpeted the untraveled avenue—he could no longer feel the roadway beneath his feet! Based on the excerpt, which is the most reasonable plot prediction?
Answer
A
Farquhar will find someone to help him.
B
Farquhar’s quest to see his family will be successful.
C
Farquhar’s escape is a fantasy or a dream.
D
Farquhar will be pursued by the Northern soldiers.
Explanation
The excerpt describes severe injuries from hanging, including a bruised ring around Farquhar’s neck, swollen eyes, and a swollen tongue. He also seems unable to feel the road beneath his feet, suggesting his escape may not be happening in reality. The most reasonable prediction is that Farquhar’s escape is a fantasy or a dream.
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