Released early in the morning, he was walking into town when Pamela offered him a ride and a meal at the McDonald’s.

Jonathan sits quietly as Pamela tells him the services her ministry offers, and her own story of redemption from addiction through the Bible. “I never have felt comfortable in my own skin. Never felt wanted, so I did… other things. That is all behind me now, and I am rich in the Lord.” When she asks Jonathan what his problems are, he smiles, then laughs. “What troubles do I have? Simple: women!”

Betty, walking by from a smoke break outdoors, listens, and laughs. “Well, we are kind of the same. My problem is men, although those men will probably all tell you it is women.”

How does the author develop the primary claim of the article in paragraph 4?

A. He criticizes the way many higher-income people have ignored the reality of his argument.
B. He affirms the validity of his argument about McDonald's as a public space despite information that others may use to challenge it.
C. He allows for an important exception to the general applicability of his argument about lower-income communities.
D. He suggests that future research will reveal how critical McDonald's has been in supporting America's communities.

1 answer

The author develops the primary claim of the article in paragraph 4 by using humor and relatability to connect the characters' experiences with their respective issues regarding relationships. This interaction emphasizes shared struggles and a sense of community, which supports the idea of McDonald's serving as a public space where people from different backgrounds can come together and discuss personal challenges.

Given this analysis, the best answer would be:

B. He affirms the validity of his argument about McDonald's as a public space despite information that others may use to challenge it.