When the speaker in edgar allan poe’s “the raven” hears tapping on his door, he hesitates. why does he wait before opening the door?

a. he needs to gather his courage.
b. he pauses to listen for voices.
c. he decides to look out the window.
d. he wants to turn on the light.

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Which word best describes the white rabbit in the passage?

What occurrence provides the climax for the story “the occurence at owl creek bridge? a.)when peyton farquhar is standing on the bridge waiting to be hanged b.)when peyton farquhar reaches his home and sees his wife c. when peyton farquhar feels the pain in his back and finally dies d.)when peyton farquhar is running home and feels his tongue swelling