Question

interviewer: do you think about all the awards you have won? famous author: i try not to think about it when im writing because i dont want to put too much pressure on myself. once you have won awards, people expect more from you. i dont think about them every day because im busy working and looking after my family. at home im just mom; my kids have no idea that im famous. which follow - up question is the best choice to continue this conversation? ○ how many kids do you have? ○ do you think its important for a writer to write every day? ○ do your children like to read? ○ how does being a parent influence your writing?

Explanation:

The author connects their writing life to their role as a parent (not focusing on awards due to work and family, being just a mom at home). The best follow-up question should link these two key topics (parenting and writing) from their statement. The other options either shift to unrelated family details or generic writing questions without tying to the author's mentioned parental role.

Answer:

D. How does being a parent influence your writing?