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Which of these inferences about the speaker is best supported by the passage below (paragraph 1)?

He was finally free, but there was no joy in his heart. He thought there never would be again. Liberated a day earlier by American soldiers, he remembers their rage at what they saw. And even if he lives to be a very old man, he will always be grateful to them for that rage, and also for their compassion. Though he did not understand their language, their eyes told him what he needed to know—that they, too, would remember, and bear witness.
a
He would always be angry about what happened to the Jews and how long it was allowed to carry on.
b
He was able to speak in English to the soldiers.
c
Though it would take a long time, he would eventually begin to heal from his trauma.
d
He was happy to be freed.
Question 8 (1 point)
Which passage best supports the correct answer to Question 7?

a
“Though he did not understand their language, their eyes told him what he needed to know—that they, too, would remember, and bear witness.”
b
“He was finally free, but there was no joy in his heart. He thought there never would be again.”
c
“And even if he lives to be a very old man, he will always be grateful to them for that rage, and also for their compassion.”
d
“Liberated a day earlier by American soldiers, he remembers their rage at what they saw.”

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Question 7: Which of these inferences about the speaker is best supported by the passage below?

The best inference supported by the passage is:

c. Though it would take a long time, he would eventually begin to heal from his trauma.

This inference is suggested by the speaker's acknowledgment of their gratitude toward the soldiers and the impact of their compassion, despite feeling no joy in their freedom. The mention of living to be "a very old man" indicates hope for eventual healing.

Question 8: Which passage best supports the correct answer to Question 7?

The best supporting passage for the correct inference is:

c. “And even if he lives to be a very old man, he will always be grateful to them for that rage, and also for their compassion.”

This passage reflects the speaker’s gratitude and implies that although he may be experiencing deep trauma now, there is a possibility for healing over time due to the compassion shown to him.