The author describes the atmosphere in the tunnel leading to smaug's lair this way:

also it was undoubtedly hot in the tunnel. wisps of vapor floated up and past him [bilbo] and he began to sweat. a sound, too, began to throb in his ears, a sort of bubbling like the noise of a large pot galloping on the fire, mixed with a rumble as of a gigantic tom-cat purring.

which words best describe the mood this passage creates?

a. lonely and sorrowful.

b. peaceful and pleasant.

c. tense and uncomfortable.

d. sad and wistful.

Which is the best paraphrase of the text? the capability of a bicycle makes some people want to go very fast and others to go very slow. as long as you are careful, feel free to ride like the wind. when feeling brave on a bicycle you should ride fast, but when feeling afraid riding slow is wise. if you are unable to coast, it is pointless to even ride. if you’re going to ride a bicycle, you should throw caution to the wind and take over the road, swerving where you like and taking full advantage of your ride. it’s a real joy to be able to ride a bicycle, where you have the choice of going as fast or as slow as you like, using as much courage as you feel like using.