I would think the first option.
I believe it is a metaphor. it compares 2 unlike things and it describes an action that isn’t literal.
The answer is: 2 cups of fruit.
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Explanation:
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3/8 plus 7/8 plus 3/4 = ?
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Note: 3/4 = (3*2)/ (4*2) = 6/8 ;
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3/8 plus 7/8 plus 3/4 = 3/8 + 7/8 + 6/8 = 16/8 = 16 ÷ 8 = 2 cups.
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<u>The quote from the above passage that illustrates Della's optimism is this: 'MY HAIR GROWS SO FAST, JIM. </u>
Explanation:
Optimistic means to be Positive,hopeful and confident.
<u>In order to get a good Christmas gift for her husband (i.e a watch) Della went for a haircut and sold her long hair's to get money. When Della's husband bough </u>her a set of expensive hair combs which she always desired,she said to her husband<u> "My hair grows so fast,Jim! </u>Della is very optimistic that her hair's will grow fast and she will be able to use the combs.
I believe the answer is A. please vote brainliest! thanks!