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Although these phrases do not tell the reader much specific information about the type of containment zone that Nancy is working in, they do provide information of the nature of the zone. The phrase "amplified unknown hot agent" indicates that Nancy is unsure about some aspects of what she is working with, and it may not be safe. The phrase "high-hazard work" tells the reader more directly that this work is indeed very dangerous.
Answer:
A) It escalates the conflict by showing that, despite being very hungry, the boy's pride prevents him from accepting help.
Explanation:
A Glass of Milk is a story by an unknown author, which recounts the experience of a boy who is poor and hungry, yet he is ashamed of his situation and does not want to receive charity from others who offers him food. The sailor situation quote in the question refers to the beginning of the story, where the sailor offers the boy food, yet he declines it, saying he is not hungry despite the fact that he is. This exchange introduces the central conflict of the story.