Question

question 2
instructions
read the question carefully and select the best answer.
what does the following passage reveal about percy’s mom?
“i’m sorry, percy,” she said, seeing the look in my eyes. “but i can’t talk about it. i—i couldn’t send you to that place. it might mean saying good - bye to you for good.”
“for good? but if it’s only a summer camp...”
she turned toward the fire, and i knew from her expression that if i asked her any more questions she would start to cry.
a. she wants to send him to summer camp.
b. she is afraid sending percy to summer camp means she won’t see him again.
c. she is referring to gabe.
d. she doesn’t want percy to have fun at camp.

Explanation:

The passage shows Percy's mom is distressed about sending him, worrying it could be a permanent goodbye ("for good"). Her upset expression and fear of crying confirm she's scared sending him to summer camp means she won't see him again.

Answer:

B. She is afraid sending Percy to summer camp means she won't see him again.