Question

Select the detail that supports this statement: Mrs. Blakely was upset when she arrived to speak with Sherlock Holmes. Group of answer choices

Answer 1

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Mrs. Hudson ushered the visitor to Sherlock Holmes' flat.

She sniffled and used a handkerchief to wipe away her tears.

A lady in a fine gown and hat stepped out of the carriage and strode up to the door.

Taking a deep breath, she rapped on the door of the world's most famous detective.

Answer:

She sniffled and used a handkerchief to wipe away her tears.

Explanation:

The text shows that Mrs. Blakely was upset when she went to Holmes' house and we can see that when the narration presents the evidence that she is crying and wiping tears before meeting the detective. Tears are signs of sadness and are usually associated with distressing situations that make people upset.