Question

1. which word would adult lizabeth most likely use to describe miss lottie?

a. frightening
b. indifferent
c. resentful
d. resilient

Explanation:

To determine the word adult Lizabeth would use to describe Miss Lottie, we analyze the options:

• "Frightening" (A) implies fear, which doesn't align with a positive or nuanced view of resilience.
• "Indifferent" (B) means uncaring, which doesn't fit Miss Lottie's character as she is engaged in her marigold garden (often a symbol of hope/resilience).
• "Resentful" (C) suggests anger/bitterness, but Miss Lottie's persistence in tending marigolds shows strength, not resentment.
• "Resilient" (D) means able to recover from difficulties. Miss Lottie, despite hardships (like a poor neighborhood, possibly personal struggles), continues to plant marigolds, showing resilience. Adult Lizabeth, with hindsight, would recognize this strength.

Answer:

D. resilient