Which statement best describes the effect of the
parallelism in this excerpt?
• The parallel structure of these lines establishes a
strong contrast between the pilot's enemies and his
allies.
The parallel structure of these lines highlights how
frightened the pilot is of death.
The parallel structure of these lines connects the
pilot to his Irish nationality.
The parallel structure of these lines emphasizes that
the pilot does not have much emotion for his
enemies or his countrymen.