A succession of loud and shrill screams, bursting suddenly from the throat of the chained form, seemed to thrust me violently back. For a brief moment I hesitated—I trembled. Unsheathing my rapier, I began to grope with it about the recess: but the thought of an instant reassured me. I placed my hand upon the solid fabric of the catacombs, and felt satisfied. I reapproached the wall. I replied to the yells of him who clamored. I re-echoed—I aided—I surpassed them in volume and in strength. I did this, and the clamorer grew still. How does the language used in this selection contribute to the power of the text?

A. It foreshadows the idea that Montresor will regret entombing Fortunato.
B. It highlights the ways in which Fortunato had wronged Montresor in the past.
C. It stresses the idea that Montresor has lost his mind in the catacombs of his estate.
D. It emphasizes the resolve that Montresor has for completing the task at hand.