Question

1. what is the most likely meaning of paragraphs 82 - 83, as they apply to dante and shays relationship? he knew the sting wouldnt last forever. / but the scar would. a. dante and shay plan to continue dating despite her being so far away. b. dante believes that the pain of shays absence will last forever, like a scar. c. the pain of shays absence will fade, but dante will always remember her. d. the pain of shays absence will fade, as will the mark she left on dantes life.

Explanation:

The phrase "the sting wouldn't last forever" implies the temporary nature of the pain from Shay's absence. The "scar would" suggests that there will be a lasting memory or mark of her in Dante's life.

Answer:

C. The pain of Shay's absence will fade, but Dante will always remember her.