Questions: Which of the following passages from "The Californian's Tale" helps to advance the theme that pride can lead to regret? A. defeated and disappointed families who could neither sell them nor give them away. B. She knows the why and the how both; but I don't know the why; I only know the how." C. You see, she likes to have people come and stop with us

Which of the following passages from "The Californian's Tale" helps to advance the theme that pride can lead to regret?
A. defeated and disappointed families who could neither sell them nor give them away.
B. She knows the why and the how both; but I don't know the why; I only know the how."
C. You see, she likes to have people come and stop with us

Transcript text: Which of the following passages from "The Californian's Tale" helps to advance the theme that pride can lead to regret? A. defeated and disappointed families who could neither sell them nor give them away. B. She knows the why and the how both; but I don't know the why; I only know the how." C. You see, she likes to have people come and stop with us

Solution

Answer

The answer is B. "She knows the why and the how both; but I don't know the why; I only know the how."

Explanation

Option A: "defeated and disappointed families who could neither sell them nor give them away."

This passage describes the state of families but does not directly relate to the theme of pride leading to regret.

Option B: "She knows the why and the how both; but I don't know the why; I only know the how."

This passage suggests a deeper understanding and introspection, indicating that the character may have acted out of pride without fully understanding the consequences, leading to regret.

Option C: "You see, she likes to have people come and stop with us."

This passage indicates a preference or habit but does not directly address the theme of pride and regret.

Was this solution helpful?