Question

once a year, the pencil gets sharpened. it’s a big event. ingvoldstad made a special pencil sharpener! it’s 4 feet tall. (that’s 122 centimeters.) people come to watch. most are from minnesota. but some come from other countries.
why sharpen a sculpture?
does the pencil really need sharpening? yes and no. the tip does get worn. but the sharpening is mostly symbolic. it can stand for a fresh start. each year, the pencil gets a little shorter. but everyone is ok with that. they’re enjoying the fun!
question 1
why do the higginses sharpen the giant pencil sculpture in their yard? select two answers.
a the pencil gets worn down from being outside.
b the artist needs to fix mistakes he made years ago.
c the tip of pencil gets damaged by the crowds.
d the sharpening has a symbolic meaning

Explanation:

• Option A: The text says "The tip does get worn", and the pencil is outside, so it gets worn down from being outside.
• Option D: The text states "the sharpening is mostly symbolic. It can stand for a fresh start".
• Option B: No info about fixing past mistakes. Option C: No mention of crowds damaging the tip.

Answer:

A. The pencil gets worn down from being outside.
D. The sharpening has a symbolic meaning.