Which one of the following choices is a feedforward statement that establishes a timeframe for the conversation? a. it’s been hard to meet anyone since i started school last week. b. where are you from? c. d. hey do you mind if i sit with you for a little while?

It might be said that the feedforward statement is option D "Hey do you mind if I sit with you for a little while?" due to the fact that  it should identify the tone, introduce a purpose and at the same time, establish a time-frame. 

Question:

Explain how beginning the story with the dialogue between Rainsford and Whitney contributes to both the author’s characterization of Rainsford and the story’s mood. Cite evidence from the story in your response.

The early conservation between Rainsford and Whitney foreshadows the events to come. Rainsford will soon experience the position of the Jaguar as he is hunted by Zaroff on Ship-Trap island. The brief exchange highlights Rainsford's outlook on the sport of hunting. He expresses a lack of empathy for the plight of the hunted. Over the course of his experience, his disposition changes remarkably.