Naomi has been assigned to write a short story for her English class, and she has chosen to write a mystery. Which opening sentence would be best if she wants to create a mood of suspense?
A.
The lone streetlight barely lit the sidewalk in front of her as Tess hurried along in the dark, praying the footsteps she heard were just echoes of her own on the pavement.
B.
Tess knew the road well, as it was the one she walked every day to and from her summer job at the grocery store, though being out at night made it a little harder to get her bearings.
C.
As she made her way down the sidewalk that night, Tess could hear a dog barking, which reminded her of her own mutt, Jake, who'd be waiting at home to welcome her.
D.
The cherry trees were in full bloom, and their blossoms fell like snow as Tess headed for home after work, enjoying the city street blanketed with a light coat of pinkish white.
