Which of the following is an example of how character interactions with other characters can change the central idea of a novel?

Question

A. Mia's belief about how people with money are always generous changes when she realizes Mr. Yao is not a nice person.
B. Mia wishes her mother would change her mind about not wanting her to spend her time becoming good at English.
C. Jason and Mr. Yao are both the antagonists in the story.
D. Mia decides to enter an essay contest to win a hotel.

Answer 1

A. Mia's belief about how people with money are always generous changes when she realizes Mr. Yao is not a nice person.

This choice illustrates how character interactions can shift a character's beliefs and perceptions, which in turn can influence the central idea of the novel. Mia's changing belief highlights the theme of appearances versus reality, as well as the complexity of human character.