Question

unit test flashcards How does the author develop the central idea across these paragraphs? Alvarez describes how writing the novel brought her and her mother closer together. Alvarez realizes that, through her writing, she has finally won her mother’s respect. Alvarez explains how her mother's reaction to her novel provoked a rare moment of peace between them. Alvarez explains how she knew that her mother would appreciate the novel she wrote.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Alvarez traces moments that highlight her mother’s desire for silence, culminating in the moment her mother expressed pride in her writing.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer: Alvarez explains how her mother's reaction to her novel provoked a rare moment of peace between them

Explanation:

From the story, we can infer that Alvarez mother wasn't in support of him writing a novel which he eventually wrote and then sent to his mother an expected her to react angrily.

But surprisingly, the mum wasn't surprised but rather praised him. Alvarez was astonished relishing her praise and listening to her cry. Therefore, the author developed the central idea across these paragraphs as Alvarez explains how her mother's reaction to her novel provoked a rare moment of peace between them.