The answer is A. Notice the words "stiff, red hands" and "canvas mittens". That shows that things were pretty tough for them.
It is still highly relevant because many racists still believe that mixing races is wrong and that having babies from two different raced parents should not happen.
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Madame Loisel’s actions propel the story forward.</span>
Madame Forestier’s wishes move the story forward.
The actions of the Loisels’ maid lead to the resolution.
Madame Forestier’s revelation about the necklace resolves the plot.</span>
