Question

1. lines 36 through 38 develop a central theme by

a. recalling the husband’s generosity in supporting the narrator’s music lessons.
b. suggesting that the narrator resented his music lessons.
c. emphasizing the role of discipline in developing aunt georgiana’s musical talent.
d. implying that aunt georgiana missed having music in her life.

Explanation:

To solve this question, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The lines (36–38) do not focus on the husband’s generosity toward the narrator’s music lessons. Eliminate A.
• Option B: There is no indication the narrator resented music lessons. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The lines do not emphasize discipline in developing Aunt Georgiana’s talent. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Lines 36–38 likely show Aunt Georgiana’s longing for music, implying she missed it in her life. This aligns with developing a central theme about music’s importance or her connection to it.

Answer:

D. implying that Aunt Georgiana missed having music in her life.