What is the significance of the omniscient narration in "the open boat" by stephen crane?

the omniscient narrator's overview of all the characters provides a foreshadowing of the ending.

the detached perspective of the omniscient narrator emphasizes nature's indifference toward humans.

the omniscient narrator's reverent tone toward the sea indicates that nature is more important than man.

the omniscient narrator's compassionate tone toward the characters shows respect for human endurance.

The correct answer is A. Indeed, the history behind this story tells us the correct answer. The story is based on Crane's own experience. Therefore, all the answers contain the phrase omniscient narrator and the author gives a hint for the upcoming surprises which is a foreshadowing.

what of the following? i don't know about you but i see no multiple choice answers.

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