Read the excerpt from part one of Trifles. MRS. HALE (abruptly moving toward her). Mrs. Peters?Which best describes the effect of the word “abruptly” in the excerpt?

“Abruptly” describes a sudden, sharp movement, suggesting that Mrs. Hale is emotionally stirred and increasingly anxious as the conversation develops. This heightens the tension between the characters; it does not establish that she is naturally aggressive or merely make the scene feel rushed.

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