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This question is missing the options. I've found the complete question online. It is the following:
The text evidence in this excerpt best supports the idea that Squeaky:
A. is tired of running and would rather coach.
B. appreciates the strength of her competitor.
C. is proud because she won the race.
D. thinks people only smile a real smile when they win.
Answer:
The evidence supports the idea that Squeaky:
B. appreciates the strength of her competitor.
Explanation:
"Raymond's Run" is a short story by Toni Cade Bambara. It is narrated from Squeaky's perspective. She is Raymond's sister and is beautifully loyal to her brother, not accepting anyone saying anything to him about his being different. <u>She is brave and feisty, ready to pick up a fight with anyone, including the girl mentioned in the excerpt we are analyzing here.</u>
<u>Once they compete, Squeaky begins to admire Gretchen. Squeaky, being strong and honest herself, admires those same qualities in others. Gretchen put up a fight and tried her best during the race. For that reason, she has gained Squeaky's respect.</u>
Theme
In most stories, the theme is not stated directly, it is revealed through the character's experiences. It is a generalization about life or human nature. Certain types of experiences are common to all people
everywhere.Universal themes come up again and again in literature that can help guide us through our lives deal with basic human concerns-good and evil, life and death, love and loss.
Theme is not a subject it is expressed in a sentence. Sometimes the title gives clues. It applies to the entire work of the story.
Answer: He seems sick again.
Explanation: Quote from the text: "Montag's head whirled sickeningly. He felt beaten unmercifully on brow, eyes, nose, lips, chin,
on shoulders, on upflailing arms."
Answer: B
Explanation: They are a good technique for summarizing the literary work you are analyzing.
