Question

How do the italicized sections of the story most clearly help to develop the point of view?
A. By revealing Immanuel’s secret dislike of others, these sections invite readers to scorn him.
B. By displaying Immanuel’s fundamental insecurity, these sections invite readers to pity him.
C. By involving readers directly in Immanuel’s thoughts, these sections deepen readers’ appreciation of his perspective.
D. By laying bare Immanuel’s thoughts and feelings, these sections sharpen readers’ understanding of Immanuel’s virtues and flaws.

Answer 1

C — The italics function as Immanuel’s internal monologue, letting readers directly access his thoughts and thereby deepen their sense of his point of view.