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The correct answer is C) Her familiarity allows her to invent an otherworldly explanation for events she can easily predict; Nuttel’s unfamiliarity makes him believe this as truth. Vera's knowledge of the setting and her ability to craft a story based on it juxtaposed with Nuttel's lack of familiarity leads him to accept her narrative without skepticism, which adds to the tension and irony of the story.
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The correct answer is B) insensitive toward. This reflects the dynamic where Grandpa Tony's comments about Jay's name and Jay's subsequent actions on the ladder illustrate a lack of sensitivity in their interactions.
19. Why is it important that Vera is familiar with the setting and Nuttel is not?
A) Her familiarity gives her knowledge and insight into horrible family secrets; Nuttel’s unfamiliarity makes him receive this new information with horror.
B) Her familiarity allows her to know exactly when her aunt’s family will be returning; Nuttel is surprised by their return.
C) Her familiarity allows her to invent an otherworldly explanation for events she can easily predict; Nuttel’s unfamiliarity makes him believe this as truth.
D) Her familiarity allows her to wait by the window for a prearranged signal with her uncle; Nuttel’s unfamiliarity keeps him from noticing it.
20. When Jay and Grandpa Tony interact, they are __________ each other, as seen when Grandpa Tony is __________ about Jay’s name and Jay takes over going on the step ladder to tape.
A) curious with
B) insensitive toward
C) hesitant with
D) respectful to
E) difficult
F) understanding
G) reluctant
H) questioning
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