Question

her words were delicate and easily broken. 4. ela.8.r.3.1 - symbolism: beyond its literal meaning, the horned toad in the story most likely symbolizes: a) the narrators rebellious nature and defiance of authority. b) the innocence of childhood and the joy of discovery. c) the initial tension between grandma and the narrator, and then the eventual connection between them. d) the dangers of the natural world and the need for caution.

Explanation:

In typical stories with a horned toad (relating to grandma - narrator dynamics), the toad symbolizes their relationship shift. Option a is about rebellion (unrelated), b about childhood joy (not tied to grandma - narrator), d about natural danger (not the focus). Option c matches the tension - to - connection arc.

Answer:

c) The initial tension between grandma and the narrator, and then the eventual connection between them.