Claire hurried over to Galen as he was closing his locker. She asked what he could remember about the previous night’s game. Galen turned and looked Claire directly in the eye. “Why are you talking to me?” he asked, and started to walk away. Claire said she thought he was her friend. Galen laughed at the word “friend,” and he continued walking down the hall, out of sight.
Which of the following best summarizes this passage?
Galen is a football player and Claire plays basketball.
Galen and Claire are best friends.
Galen and Claire have an argument outside Galen’s locker.
Galen and Claire politely chat about last night’s game.
1 answer
The option that best summarizes the passage is:
Galen and Claire have an argument outside Galen’s locker.
This choice reflects the tension and disconnect in their interaction, particularly Galen's dismissive attitude towards Claire and her feelings of friendship.
