The student lists several textual features and authorial choices from Poe's "The Pit and The Pendulum," such as the unreliable narrator and the symbolism of the pendulum. They analyze these features convincingly, demonstrating how symbolism and sensory details effectively portray psychological torment and fear. The analysis is directly linked to the chosen topic and thesis statement, emphasizing how these elements heighten fear and contribute to the overall argument. Furthermore, the student's interpretation of the textual features is appropriate and insightful, connecting the protagonist's experiences to the themes of fear and disorientation. However, the evaluation of how effectively these features convey the chosen topic is lacking in one area, particularly in the analysis of the word "suffered" and its emotional impact on the reader.
