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How does the author create surprise in "Damon and Pythias"?
Dionysius condemns Pythias to death for criticizing
the ruler's cruelty.
The author withholds the information that Pythias's
horse was killed until Pythias arrives at the execution.
It is expected that Dionysius will execute Damon if
O Pythias does not return for his execution, but Damon
is saved.
Pythias must return home to set his affairs in order
before his execution.



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The author creates surprise in the story "Damon and Pythias" by withholding key information and subverting the reader's expectations. Here's how:

  1. The author initially sets up the expectation that Pythias will be executed by Dionysius for criticizing the ruler's cruelty. This creates tension for the reader.
  2. However, the author then introduces a twist when Pythias is granted a reprieve to go home and set his affairs in order before the execution. This unexpected turn of events surprises the reader, who would have assumed Pythias' immediate execution.
  3. The surprise is further heightened by the fact that Damon, Pythias' friend, offers to be held as a hostage and executed if Pythias does not return in time. This self-sacrifice is an unexpected and noble act that catches the reader off-guard.
  4. As mentioned in the option you provided, the author withholds the information that Pythias' horse was killed until Pythias arrives at the execution. This detail, revealed at a crucial moment, adds to the suspense and surprise, as the reader wonders how Pythias will make it back in time.
  5. Finally, the ultimate surprise comes when Pythias does return in time, subverting the expected outcome of Damon's execution. The author skillfully builds up tension and expectation, only to defy it unexpectedly and satisfyingly.