Question

read this paragraph: for her entire life, sarah had felt like she was not as important as her older sister, meg. meg was always the one who earned good grades in school and excelled on the soccer field. “why cant you be like meg?” was a question sarah grew tired of hearing come out of her parents mouths. now, as the lead in the play, sarah had a chance to show her parents she was worth something. what is the main conflict in this paragraph? a. sarah has the lead role in a play. b. sarah wants to prove herself. c. meg and sarah are sisters. d. meg is an excellent student and athlete.

Explanation:

The paragraph shows Sarah's desire to prove herself to her parents as she feels over - shadowed by her sister Meg. Her parents' constant comparison and her longing to be recognized is the main conflict.

Answer:

B. Sarah wants to prove herself.