Asked by Sarah

What is the correct meaning of the underlined portion of the sentence below? [8.T.SS.2.a]

Though the dog's life had been difficult, he was like a light in the darkness within the Strauss family.

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Responses

The dog is probably a high jumper and a fast runner.
The dog is probably a high jumper and a fast runner.

The dog's coat is probably a light color.
The dog's coat is probably a light color.

The dog is most likely good at seeing in the dark.
The dog is most likely good at seeing in the dark.

The dog brings happiness to the family.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
The dog brings happiness to the family.

("Light in the darkness" is a metaphor meaning the dog was a source of hope/comfort.)