"Deflect" does not suggest a mental process this would suggest that the thought never entered the mind, since it would be "deflected" from the mind and unable to be pondered.
In the story "An Hour With Abuelo" paragraphs 8 to 10 represent exposition.
These paragraphs are giving us important information about the setting and context (time and place) and the characters' background, especially about the grandpa. It is setting the stage for the following drama.
Answer:
c or Travis can reread the paragraph and create a mental picture of August’s smile.
Explanation:
With or together is the answer
