Answer B is correct because it analyzes the protagonist’s behavior and its emotional impact, connecting it to the theme of isolation. It discusses how specific actions (detachment and refusal) contribute to this theme.
Answer A is somewhat valid but lacks depth; it doesn't discuss how or why the challenges from minor characters affect the protagonist's internal struggle.
Answer A also offers a valid analysis, connecting the structure (three parts) to the theme of personal growth.
Answer C is correct because it links the change in seasons (a setting detail) to the protagonist’s emotional arc, providing a deep and thoughtful analysis of how the setting reflects internal emotions.
Please select 2 correct answers
Answer A is correct because it analyzes how the metaphor of a heavy weight adds to the reader's understanding of the protagonist's fear as something that restricts their ability to move forward. Answer C is also correct because it identifies a specific simile and explains how it deepens the reader's understanding of the protagonist’s fear of failure.
