Question

Although Marguerite’s thoughts tell the reader directly that she was embarrassed, her actions let the reader infer that she was also .

A. ANGRY
B. BORED
C.EAGER
D. RELAXED

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

C. Eager

In I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969), Maya Angelou describes being sexually abused and raped as a child by her mother's boyfriend. Maya thinks she´s guilty and will only speak to her brother, remaining reclusive and almost silent until she meets Mrs. Bertha Flowers, who inspires her through books and conversation to recover her voice and soul.

Answer 2

Although Marguerite's thoughts tell the reader directly that she was embarrassed, her actions let the reader infer that she was also C) eager.