Mr. Swanson looked down the street. No bus appeared. He

took a sip from his mug. The coffee was a little cooler than

he would have liked. He had to keep moving and stay

warm. He checked his watch once, then twice, and tapped

his foot in frustration.

Which is the strongest evidence from the passage that the character is in

a hurry?

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Rudy Jennings

17 September, 08:12

Mr. Swanson looked down the street. No bus appeared. He

took a sip from his mug. The coffee was a little cooler than

he would have liked. He had to keep moving and stay

warm. He checked his watch once, then twice, and tapped

his foot in frustration.

Which is the strongest evidence from the passage that the character is in

a hurry?

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Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Shamar Craig · Answer 1

From the very beginning you can tell the narrator is a bit antsy, with the short precise sentence structure and the quick change of plans. The most noticeable phrase that I caught to represent his need to hurry was,"He had to keep moving."

Rex Boone · Answer 2

Mr. Swanson checked his watch multiple times & tapped his foot