First Read: Abuela Invents the Zero

Question

Which sentence from the short story most strongly supports the answer to Question 5?

Answer choices for the above question

A. “I try to walk far behind them in public so that no one will think we’re together.”

B. “There is a Harley-Davidson fashion show at Brookline Square that we cannot miss.”

C. “I warm it up for Abuela as instructed by my parents, and drive it to the front of our building.”

D. “She doesn’t speak to me on the way home, and she doesn’t let me help her walk, even though she almost falls a couple time.”

Answer 1

To determine which sentence most strongly supports the answer to Question 5, it would be helpful to know what Question 5 is asking about the text. However, without that context, we can analyze each choice:

A. This sentence suggests a sense of embarrassment or separation, indicating the speaker's feelings about their relationship with their Abuela in public.

B. The mention of a specific event could highlight a shared interest or family dynamics but does not inherently indicate an emotional or relational depth.

C. This sentence shows an action taken by the speaker that demonstrates care for Abuela, although it is more about practical assistance than emotional connection.

D. This sentence conveys a feeling of distance or lack of communication in the relationship, highlighting a moment of disconnect between the speaker and Abuela.

If Question 5 pertains to the emotional state of the relationship, then A or D would likely be the strongest choices—A indicating embarrassment and D indicating a lack of connection. If Question 5 focuses on caring actions, then C would be relevant.

Overall, D provides a more poignant insight into the dynamics of their relationship and emotional struggles. Thus, if Question 5 pertains to emotional connectivity or distance, D would be the strongest support.