Question

1. \after theyd had their share of the food, they slid a tray over to our end of the blanket, their faces contrite. it was their way. they were often hotheaded but also fast to regret their harsh words; this was their peace offering of sort.\ (79)

what phrase in this sentence best helps in understanding the meaning of contrite?
a. regret their harsh words
b. often hotheaded
c. had their share of the food
d. they slid the tray over

Explanation:

The word "contrite" means feeling or expressing remorse. The phrase "regret their harsh words" also implies remorse, helping to clarify the meaning of "contrite".

Answer:

A. regret their harsh words