Read these sentences from "The Cask of Amontillado." I had scarcely laid the first tier of the masonry when I discovered that the intoxication of Fortunato had in a great measure worn off. The earliest indication I had of this was a low moaning cry from the depth of the recess. ... There was then a long and obstinate silence.
How does the author create surprise in these sentences? A by withholding information about Fortunato's condition Bby flashing back to Fortunato drinking the wine C by foreshadowing what will happen to Montresor D by revealing shocking information about Montresor's cask

In this example, the author creates surprise by withholding information about Fortunato's condition. We learn that Fortunato is beginning to wake up, which increases tension. However, the author does not actually state what is happening to Fortunato. He tells us that there is moaning cry, and then a long silence, but he does not tell us more. This is intended to increase suspense about Fortunato's condition.