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Answer:
Both cause their childrens' deaths
I believe D is your answer because of how Sophie must confront her employer to get a raise. A raise was not offered to her regardless of her experience, increase in responsibilities. or expertise so I think D would make the most sense in this scenario. (I'm not completely sure but pretty confident)
the answer would be raises!
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