Question

1. use a callous disregard to answer the following question. what do the events in paragraph 4 suggest about martha and tom? select two correct answers. the couple damaging their clothing on the way to work suggests that they are jeopardizing their successful careers by making a detour for personal pleasure. the type of clothing the couple wears suggests that they think looks are more important than emotions. bad things happening to the couple in the former location of guss dry - cleaning business suggests that they are being punished for their neglect of gus.

Explanation:

In the story, Tom and Martha neglect Gus. Analyzing the events in paragraph 4 helps understand their character - traits. The couple's actions show they don't value Gus. The idea that bad things happening to them in the former location of Gus's business could be seen as punishment for their neglect is a valid interpretation. There is no evidence in the given context about their career - jeopardizing actions or their view on looks vs emotions.

Answer:

Bad things happening to the couple in the former location of Gus's dry - cleaning business suggests that they are being punished for their neglect of Gus.