Question
In paragraphs 7–9, what is revealed by Ratan’s reaction to the postmaster’s call?
A.
Ratan and the postmaster use the evening routine to disguise the awkwardness they feel around each other.
B.
Ratan understands that the evening routine has an important purpose, although she doesn’t speak of that purpose.
C.
Ratan dreads the evening conversation with the postmaster, so she delays it as long as possible.
D.
Ratan and the postmaster are surprised that their evening meetings turn into long conversations.
A.
Ratan and the postmaster use the evening routine to disguise the awkwardness they feel around each other.
B.
Ratan understands that the evening routine has an important purpose, although she doesn’t speak of that purpose.
C.
Ratan dreads the evening conversation with the postmaster, so she delays it as long as possible.
D.
Ratan and the postmaster are surprised that their evening meetings turn into long conversations.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is **C. Ratan dreads the evening conversation with the postmaster, so she delays it as long as possible.**
In paragraphs 7–9, Ratan's reaction suggests that she is hesitant and tries to put off the conversation, indicating her apprehension and discomfort regarding the interactions with the postmaster.
In paragraphs 7–9, Ratan's reaction suggests that she is hesitant and tries to put off the conversation, indicating her apprehension and discomfort regarding the interactions with the postmaster.