The allusion in this sentence shows that Marta's brother thinks she is being selfish because she will not loan him money.
Use the sentences to answer the question. Ebenezer Scrooge, a character in a novel by Charles Dickens, is stingy with his money even when he sees people in need. Marta refused to loan her brother a quarter to buy a marble he wanted at the thrift shop. "Don't be such a scrooge!" he pleaded. What does the allusion in this sentence show about Marta's brother? (1 point) Responses He wishes she would buy her own marbles. He wishes she would buy her own marbles. He thinks she is being selfish because she will not loan him money. He thinks she is being selfish because she will not loan him money. He understands why she refuses to give him a quarter. He understands why she refuses to give him a quarter. He does not understand why she does not like marbles
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I apologize for any confusion. The correct interpretation of the allusion "Don't be such a scrooge!" suggests that Marta's brother believes she is being selfish for not lending him the quarter, as he is comparing her behavior to that of Ebenezer Scrooge, who is known for being stingy. Therefore, the best response is:
He thinks she is being selfish because she will not loan him money.
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