Read the passage from "Initiation." Millicent and Bev took a bus ahead of the rest of the girls; they had to stand up on the way to Lewiston Square. Bev seemed very cross about something. Finally she said, "You were talking with Herb Dalton at lunch today." "No," Millicent said honestly. "Well, I saw you smile at him. That's practically as bad as talking. Remember not to do it again."

Which conclusion is best supported by the passage?

A. Millicent feels confused by Bev.

B. Bev wants to embarrass Millicent.

C. Millicent is afraid of Bev.

D. Bev is jealous of Millicent.

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Ruben Ryan

8 August, 10:17

Read the passage from "Initiation." Millicent and Bev took a bus ahead of the rest of the girls; they had to stand up on the way to Lewiston Square. Bev seemed very cross about something. Finally she said, "You were talking with Herb Dalton at lunch today." "No," Millicent said honestly. "Well, I saw you smile at him. That's practically as bad as talking. Remember not to do it again."

Which conclusion is best supported by the passage?

A. Millicent feels confused by Bev.

B. Bev wants to embarrass Millicent.

C. Millicent is afraid of Bev.

D. Bev is jealous of Millicent.

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Abdiel Chavez · Answer 1

The correct answer to the question above is:

D. Bev is jealous of Millicent.

Bev is jealous because Millicent seemed to be interested with Herb Dalton. Smiling seemed to be an indication of her fascination as interpreted by Bev as action speaks louder than words.