Question

1. in paragraphs 8 - 10, why is it significant that the principal cannot look marta in the eyes? a. it reveals that he feels guilty because he knows what he is doing is wrong. b. it reveals that he does not care about what the scholarship jacket means to marta. c. it reveals that he is actually distracted by more important things than who gets the jacket. d. it reveals that he is unaware of what he is doing and does not believe he is doing anything wrong.

Explanation:

Avoiding eye - contact is often a sign of guilt. If the principal can't look Marta in the eyes, it suggests he is aware of his wrong - doing.

Answer:

A. It reveals that he feels guilty because he knows what he is doing is wrong.