Which statement best explains how the author develops Alejandro's admiring view of his mother in "One Thousand Miles"? The autho
r details the way in which Alejandro's O mother has overcome her deafness by learning sign language. The author focuses on Alejandro's mother's brilliant O sense of humor, which endears her to every member of her family. The author shows Alejandro's mother constantly O behaving in ways that are empathetic, engaging, and kind. The author captures Alejandro's mother's willingness to do whatever Alejandro asks of her, regardless of her own wishes.
Ponyboy Curtis doesn't like some of the people in his gang, especially Dallas Winston, but he would still do anything for Dallas and would defend him from danger if possible.
