"They came with the wind that blows in August, thin as a spider web and barely noticed. Three who did not seem to be related to
anything but the moon." Compare this to: "Four skinny trees with skinny necks and pointy elbows like mine. Four who do not belong here but are here." In what ways are the sisters like the trees?'
I believe that the answer is A, interest and hospitality. Mrs. Farquhar is happy to serve the soldier and get him a glass of water, while Mr. Farquhar inquires about news about the war.
