How does the structure of A Rumor of War reflect the pace of the war?

Short sentences used throughout the passage imitate the startling haste with which buildings were bombed.

Long paragraphs used at the beginning of the passage reflect the longer battles that occurred near the beginning of the war.

Long flowing sentences are followed by choppier sentences that reflect the quick guerrilla attacks that interrupted the long hikes.

Short paragraphs used throughout the passage reflect how quickly the war began and ended.

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Arnav Irwin

8 June, 23:05

How does the structure of A Rumor of War reflect the pace of the war?

Short sentences used throughout the passage imitate the startling haste with which buildings were bombed.

Long paragraphs used at the beginning of the passage reflect the longer battles that occurred near the beginning of the war.

Long flowing sentences are followed by choppier sentences that reflect the quick guerrilla attacks that interrupted the long hikes.

Short paragraphs used throughout the passage reflect how quickly the war began and ended.

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Maren Barker · Answer 1

Answer is C

Roland · Answer 2

The correct answer is C. Long flowing sentences are followed by choppier sentences that reflect the quick guerrilla attacks that interrupted the long hikes.

This book is based on the author's experience in the Vietnam War. There, the U. S military tactic was no match for the guerrilla tactics of the Vietcong army, which knew the field and what type of strategy would adapt to it.