Why does the author include information about the pilot, Thao, when the rescue team arrives on the scene?

Hich excerpt from "the cask of amontillado" best infers what will be fortunato's downfall? the gait of my friend was unsteady, and the bells upon his cap jingled as he strode he had a weak point --this fortunato --although in other regards he was a man to be respected and even feared. he prided himself on his connoisseurship in wine. "nitre," i replied. "how long have you had that cough? " "my friend, no; i will not impose upon your good nature. i perceive you have an engagement. luchresi--"

Which theme is best supported by the descriptive detail in this passage from my antonia

Based on part two of trifles, which of the following images most reinforces the them of loneliness that exists throughout the play?