A match suddenly flares in the attic. We dimly see Mr. Van Daan. He is getting his bearings. He comes quickly down the stairs, and goes to the cupboard where the food is stored. Again the match flares up, and is as quickly blown out.
The dim figure is seen to steal back up the stairs.
As described in the stage directions and from what you’ve learned about Mr. Van Daan, which sentence best explains his behavior and what it reveals about him?
A. He is sneaking food for himself, which shows that he is greedy and selfish.
B. He is getting a snack for his wife, which shows that he is kind and considerate.
C. He is looking at the prices of the foods, which shows that he is thrifty and prudent.
D. He is figuring out how much food is left, which shows that he is careful and organized.
1 answer
The best sentence that explains Mr. Van Daan's behavior and what it reveals about him is:
A. He is sneaking food for himself, which shows that he is greedy and selfish.
This interpretation aligns with the act of stealing food at night and the instinct to hide his actions, indicating a lack of concern for the shared predicament of the group and a focus on his own needs.
