Question

multiple-choice question
what is dickens saying?
mr. lorry has such control over his feelings that he can turn them off and on.
mr. lorry has no personal life and therefore no personal worries.
mr. lorry cares about everyones problems and therefore is more anxious than the average person.
mr. lorry feels more than he should for his clients.

Explanation:

To determine what Dickens is saying about Mr. Lorry, we analyze each option:

• The first option suggests Mr. Lorry can control his feelings (turn them off/on), which aligns with a character who is composed and in control of emotional responses.
• The second option ("no personal life") is not indicated by typical portrayals of Mr. Lorry in Dickens’ works.
• The third option (more anxious than average) contradicts the idea of controlled feelings.
• The fourth option (feels too much for clients) also goes against a controlled emotional demeanor.

So the first option is the most accurate interpretation.

Answer:

A. Mr. Lorry has such control over his feelings that he can turn them off and on.