Question

Amber writes a narrative in which a boy named Caleb gets a job working at a bookstore. While he is working there, he notices Alicia, another employee, stealing money from the cash register. Caleb isn’t sure what to do. He tells himself that perhaps he was mistaken and Alicia didn’t really take the money. Then he sees her stealing money a second time. What is the most logical conclusion to this story? (1 point) Responses Caleb confronts Alicia, who admits her guilt and returns the money. Caleb confronts Alicia, who admits her guilt and returns the money. A stranger catches Alicia stealing and reports her. A stranger catches Alicia stealing and reports her. The owner of the bookstore decides to sell the business. The owner of the bookstore decides to sell the business. Alicia decides she doesn’t like working in a bookstore and quits.

Answer 1

The most logical conclusion to this story is: **Caleb confronts Alicia, who admits her guilt and returns the money.** This resolution addresses the conflict that arises from Caleb witnessing Alicia's theft and adds a layer of character development, as it allows for the potential resolution of the moral dilemma Caleb faces.