Question
8. What do lines 56-58 indicate about Lucinda? F She insists on going to the next ball because charity events are the primary form of entertainment. G She is in denial about her situation and demands the finest clothing to prove her worth to others. H She lies about not attending the balls in an attempt to hide the truth that she can no longer afford it. J She is not aware of the great differences in social standing between Maude, Betty, and herself. 9.The relationship between the dialogue and the plot events in these scenes suggest that Lucinda is: A genteel. B abrasive. C desperate. D self-involved. 10. The character of Betty affects the plot: F slightly by helping nurse the child back to health. G greatly by encouraging Lucinda to invite Maude to visit. H slightly by revealing the changing fortunes of Lucinda. J greatly by making clear the reality of the child's illness.
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8. (H) She lies about not attending the balls in an attempt to hide the truth that she can no longer afford it.9. (C) desperate.10. (H) slightly by revealing the changing fortunes of Lucinda.