Question

question 8 (1 point) read the following sequence from chapter 6. the bright morning was full of threats and the circle began to change. it faced out, rather than in, and the spears of sharpened wood were like a fence. → which of the following statements offers the most accurate and complete explanation of the significance of the quotation? a the quotation makes it clear just how easily distracted the boys are, even in the face of grave danger, through their inability to focus inwards, where the real threat lies. b the quotation reveals the rising tension and anger between members of the group through their decision to attend the meeting while armed. c the quotation shows the boys fear of an actual beast and how this causes them to band together through a shift in the direction and purpose of their spears. d the quotation highlights the powerful effect that the transition from day to night has on the boys through its focus on light and time of day. e the quotation shows that the boys are beginning to understand that the beast is, in fact, an internal rather than an external threat, as shown through their shift in a defensive posture.

Explanation:

The description of the circle facing out and spears like a fence suggests a response to an external threat. The boys are banding together in fear of an actual beast as indicated by the change in the direction and purpose of the spears. Option a is about distraction which isn't indicated. Option b focuses on tension and anger within the group which isn't the main point. Option d is about day - night transition which isn't relevant. Option e is about internal threat which is not supported by the text.

Answer:

C. The quotation shows the boys' fear of an actual beast and how this causes them to band together through a shift in the direction and purpose of their spears.