The correct response is: By characterizing Peter as angry and unhelpful.
The dialogue shows Peter's frustration and unwillingness to assist Olivia, highlighting his negative demeanor.
“Peter, I have a question to ask.” Olivia smiled hopefully at her older brother. “Could you please help me study for my trig exam tomorrow?” Peter looked up from his laptop screen and rolled his eyes. “I don’t have time for that.” “But what do you mean? You can’t spare just a few minutes?” “Olivia, I said no! And if you were that worried about passing the test, you should have started studying days ago! Now leave me alone!”
Question Use the passage to answer the question. How does the author develop character through the dialogue between Peter and Olivia? (1 point) Responses
By characterizing Peter as angry and unhelpful.
By characterizing Olivia as happy and upbeat.
By characterizing Olivia as lazy and entitled.
By characterizing Peter as smart and studious.
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