Which of the following selections best describes the relationship between Elie and his father at the beginning of the story?

a
They are very close; Elie views his father as his ultimate guide and mentor.
b
They are close; Elie and his father have a lot in common and enjoy their time together.
c
They are not very close; Elie’s father seems to care more about his community than his family relationships.
d
They are not close at all; Elie resents his father’s distance and is angered by his foolish decisions.

1 answer

c
They are not very close; Elie’s father seems to care more about his community than his family relationships.