Which of the following inferences about Monsieur Loisel is best supported by the text?
A. He is hardworking and determined.
B. He is angry with his wife and unsympathetic toward her.
C. He relies on his wife for emotional support.
D. He knows that his wife does not truly love him.
Which sentence from the text most strongly supports the answer to Question 7?
A. “Loisel held her back, saying: ‘Wait a bit. You will catch cold outside. I will call a cab.’”
B. “Loisel possessed eighteen thousand francs which his father had left him. He would borrow the rest.”
C. “He went to police headquarters, to the newspaper offices to offer a reward; he went to the cab companies—everywhere, in fact, whither he was urged by the least spark of hope.”
D. “How stupid you are!” her husband cried. “Go look up your friend, Madame Forestier, and ask her to lend you some jewels. You’re intimate enough with her to do so.”
The best-supported inference about Monsieur Loisel is:
A. He is hardworking and determined.
The sentence from the text that most strongly supports this answer is:
C. “He went to police headquarters, to the newspaper offices to offer a reward; he went to the cab companies—everywhere, in fact, whither he was urged by the least spark of hope.”
Explanation: This sentence illustrates Monsieur Loisel’s determination and effort to find the lost item, indicating his hardworking nature. He does not give up despite the challenges, showing his commitment and persistence. If you need further clarification or assistance, feel free to ask!