"To chase away the fear,
I flipped through a dictionary,
plucked out the word hush" (lines 7-9)
How do these lines help develop the overall theme of Passage 2?
A
They show that the speaker tries to be calm in the face of change.
B
They show that the speaker understands that education is the key to success.
C
They show that the speaker understands the value of friendship.
D
They show that the speaker is tired of listening to her friends say goodbye.
1 answer
The lines from Passage 2 suggest that the speaker is seeking comfort and a sense of calmness in a moment of fear. By flipping through a dictionary and selecting the word "hush," the speaker appears to be trying to quiet their anxieties or fears. This indicates a desire for peace and reassurance, particularly in the face of change.
Therefore, the best answer is:
A. They show that the speaker tries to be calm in the face of change.
