Question

read the question carefully and select the best answer. which sentence from the excerpt shows that mrs. mallard is a sensible person? a. “she did not hear the story as many women have heard the same, with a paralyzed inability to accept its significance.” b. “she sat with her head thrown back upon the cushion of the chair, quite motionless, except when a sob came into her throat and shook her, as a child who has cried itself to sleep continues to sob in its dreams.” c. “there was something coming to her and she was waiting for it, fearfully.” d. “when she abandoned herself a little whispered word escaped her slightly parted lips.”

Explanation:

Sensible implies being rational and composed. Option A shows Mrs. Mallard didn't react in a paralyzed - unable - to - accept way like many women, indicating rationality.

Answer:

A. "She did not hear the story as many women have heard the same, with a paralyzed inability to accept its significance."