Asked by KJ

In paragraph 3, what does the phrase “shadow of authority” suggest about the relationship between Emma and Miss Taylor?


Miss Taylor had kept constant watch over Emma.


Miss Taylor had kept constant watch over Emma.


Miss Taylor had little control of Emma’s behavior.


Miss Taylor had been jealous of Emma’s carefree life.

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Miss Taylor had kept constant watch over Emma.

The phrase "shadow of authority" implies a lingering influence or oversight—Miss Taylor’s authority still guided and restrained Emma’s actions.