Question

17 the engine was still running, although the firefighters had already climbed off. dad was sitting in the drivers seat, covered in soot. i climbed up and sat next to him. his soot-covered hand moved toward the ignition switch but quickly dropped back down to his lap. finally, he looked at me. he didnt say anything. i nodded, reached over, and turned the switch for him. then we headed upstairs together.
how does the father feel after returning to the firehouse?
he is disturbed.
he is sleepy.
he is calm.

Explanation:

The father's actions—hesitating to turn off the ignition, not speaking, and needing the narrator to help him—show he is emotionally unsettled, not sleepy or calm. This matches the description of being disturbed.

Answer:

He is disturbed.