A Story of Vengeance by Alice Ruth Moore

Question

How do paragraphs 18-19 develop the narrator's point of view?
A. They show that she regrets her actions.
B. They show that she expects Bernard's forgiveness.
C. They show that she is satisfied that she hurt Bernard.
D. They show that she is pleased Bernard loves her again.

Answer 1

To determine how paragraphs 18-19 develop the narrator's point of view in "A Story of Vengeance" by Alice Ruth Moore, we need to analyze the content of those specific paragraphs.

If the paragraphs in question depict the narrator feeling satisfied with the hurt she inflicted on Bernard, then the correct answer would be:

C. They show that she is satisfied that she hurt Bernard.

If the paragraphs convey a sense of regret, expectation for forgiveness, or satisfaction in Bernard’s love, we would need to identify the specific emotions expressed in those paragraphs to choose the correct option.

Please review paragraphs 18-19 closely to ascertain which option aligns best with the narrator's sentiments expressed in those lines.