B. By revealing just enough information to make the audience curious
Answer:
Tan’s mother could think of several ways to answer a question like the one described in the excerpt.
Explanation:
The excerpt expresses: "the correct answer always seemed to be the most bland combinations of thoughts", which shows the idea of being imaginative, being a writer and a creator doesn't always means you can be a scholar according to general testing. Tan mentions her mother's limitations but also merits of not being able to master the English Standard Language.
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I believe the answer is:
1. Hush because hush is a very soothing, calming word. Flaming, fired, and desired are really emotional words.
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