Question 7 • CCPS GSE Language Arts Grade 8 (23.01300) YL IC
Read the excerpt from "Broken Chain."Between history and math, Alfonso saw Sandra and her girlfriend huddling at their lockers. He hurried by without being seen.During lunch Alfonso hid in metal shop so he wouldn’t run into Sandra. What would he say to her? If he weren’t mad at his brother, he could ask Ernie what girls and guys talk about.Which statement best describes the conflict in this passage?
Answer
A
Alfonso’s lack of confidence around girls shows an internal conflict.
B
Alfonso’s conflicting feelings about his brother help to develop Ernie’s character.
C
Alfonso’s attitude about his classes shows an internal conflict.
D
Alfonso’s conflicting feelings about Sandra help to develop Sandra’s character.