Question

\lamb to the slaughter\: which quotation best supports the theme that people are capable of extreme actions when pushed emotionally? ela.e1.aor.2.1 determine a universal theme(s) and explain how key details contribute to its development over the course of a literary text. - \she simply walked up behind him and swung the big frozen leg of lamb.\ - \the room was warm and clean, the curtains drawn.\ - \she began thinking very fast.\ - \she loved to luxuriate in the presence of this man.\

Explanation:

The question asks for a quote supporting the theme of extreme emotional actions. The first quote shows Mary, pushed to violence by her husband's news, committing an extreme, uncharacteristic act. The other options describe a calm setting, quick thinking, or affection, which do not illustrate extreme emotional action.

Answer:

A. "She simply walked up behind him and swung the big frozen leg of lamb."