Question

Review this sentence from the passage: "The auctioneer waited for a higher bid; but her wishes were respected; no one bid above her." Which answer best explains why no one would bid above the $50 bid? The people in the crowd were very poor and had no means to bid. The people in the crowd did not want to anger the current owner. The people in the crowd did not want the responsibility of caring for Marthy. The people in the crowd understood Aunt Marthy should have been set free.

Answer 1

The people in the crowd understand Aunt Martha should have been set free

Answer 2

Answer:

The people in the crowd understood Aunt Marthy should have been set free.

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