Question

In the story “THE POSSESSIVE” ...

When describing her daughter’s haircut, the speaker says, “Each strand now cuts / both ways.” What is the most likely interpretation of lines 6-7?

A.) The daughter’s hair hangs unevenly in front of her face.
B.) The mother both likes and dislikes the daughter’s new hairstyle.
C.) The daughter’s growing independence can hurt both mother and daughter.
D.)The mother wants her daughter to be independent but is afraid for her safety.

Answer 1

A.) The daughter’s hair hangs unevenly in front of her face.

Step-by-step explanation:

When describing her daughter’s haircut, the speaker says, “Each strand now cuts / both ways in lines 6-7.

Answer 2

The correct answer is A.) the daughter's hair hangs unevenky in fro g of her face.