Brooks Fernandez

English

5 May, 22:29

The author describes the atmosphere in the tunnel leading to Smaug's lair this way:

Also it was undoubtedly hot in the tunnel. Wisps of vapor floated up and past him [Bilbo] and he began to sweat. A sound, too, began to throb in his ears, a sort of bubbling like the noise of a large pot galloping on the fire, mixed with a rumble as of a gigantic tom-cat purring.

Which words best describe the mood this passage creates?

A. lonely and sorrowful.

B. peaceful and pleasant.

C. tense and uncomfortable.

D. sad and wistful.