How does syntax contribute to the writer's style in these lines?
it supports the author's use of dry humor.: the next day in the morning they took their travel, intending a day's journey up the river. i took my load at my back, and quickly we came to wade over the river; and passed over tiresome and wearisome hills. one hill was so steep that i was fain to creep up upon my knees, and to hold by the twigs and bushes to keep myself from falling backward. my head also was so light that i usually reeled as i went; but i hope all these wearisome steps that i have taken, are but a forewarning to me

It supports the author's use of dry humor. 

It conveys a serious attitude.

It supports the author's use of juvenile humor. 

It imitates an archaic style.

The answer should be the second one which is "It conveys a serious attitude."

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It conveys a serious attitude.

 Syntax refers to how writers construct individual sentences to achieve particular effects, such as emphasis or a slower or faster pace. Syntax involves three main elements: sentence length (shorter and longer); sentence structure (simple, compound, complex, and compound/complex); and sentence pattern (placement of subjects, verbs, objects, and complements). Effective writing demonstrates variety in each of these main elements. Working in a small group, use the form below to analyze the syntax of a passage of three or four paragraphs from a text. What effect does the writer achieve with the examples of syntax you have chosen?

which of the following statements about considering your audience and purpose is false?

you should think about what your audience already knows about your topic.- first choice

32.how is the rhythm in a lyric poem created?

by stressing certain words or syllables- first choice

33. which of the following describes an elegy?

a poem expressing sorrow for someone who has died- third choice

34.how does the audience know that the play is moving on to a new scene?

the scenery, lighting, and props change.-last choice

35. the internet is an electronic communications network that connects computer systems all over the world.- third choice

36. which of the topic sentences below best states the paragraph’s main idea?

there are several ways for students to earn money.- third choice

37.what tone does this passage convey?

satirical- third choice

38.what point is he trying to make by wearing the veil for most of his life?

he means to show that everyone, not just he, has experienced sin and sorrow and should therefore try not to hide it from others or from god.- first choice

39.based on the sentence’s context clues, how do you think the character feels?

excited- third choice

40.what tone does this passage convey?

pessimistic- second choice