2.How are we affected by texts in various ways? 3.In what ways is meaning constructed, negotiated, expressed and interpreted?

Which best explains how this excerpt creates suspense it develops the plot using dialogue instead of description. it explains that the fishermen have found two graves on the island. it shows that manjiro is a character who asks a lot of questions. it includes a question that the reader will want to know the answer to.

What is the best summary of this monologue

What were the prisoners rations at each meal