How does the last sentence of the Passage, on page 5, help to convey the impression of the first
flight?
Describing technical aspects of the flight suggests
a sense of detachment from the experience.
The choice of the word "deafening" suggests an
experience that deadens the senses.
Explaining the proximity of the motor to the pilot
emphasizes the danger of the experience.
The contrast of the "roar” with the silence
emphasizes how thrilling the experience was.