Refer to explorations in literature for a complete version of this narrative. in "the interlopers" how does the word wolves fulfill a purpose in the narrative arc? it introduces animals as characters in the story and suggests a setting since wolves often live in the wild. it hints at action and grabs the reader's attention in the exposition. it instills a sense of fear in the reader and adds to the rising action and conflict. it suggests what the conclusion might be as the story closes and signifies the end of the falling action.

The word wolves in the interlopers suggests what the conclusion might be as the story closes and signifies the end of the falling action.

The interlopers tells about an age long feud that existed between two families who had disagreements over a piece of land.

George Znaeym and Gradwitz, two men from these two families, decided to have a combat over the property. Before they could get into combat, a tree broke and they were both trapped under.

While under the tree branch they settled their dispute and became friends. After they called for help, they heard footsteps that turned out to be that of wolves.

At the presence of these wolves and no help around. The reader can easily conclude on what became of both men.

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