In paragraph 5, Babbitt is described as "not fat but . . . exceedingly well fed" and "extremely married and unromantic." How do
the author's choice of phrases affect the meaning? A
The adverbs in each phrase demonstrate that everything Babbitt does is done to the extreme degree.
B
The contrasts in each phrase suggest an impression of Babbitt that is unappealing and uninteresting.
C
The contrasting words help to depict Babbitt as a man who is worthy of admiration but not of respect.
D
The phrases serve as a means of revealing what an abundant life Babbitt has experienced so far.
