Question

there is a popular type of doll in japan called daruma. these round, hollow dolls have a purpose. the dolls are usually purchased as part of a new years resolution. first, the buyer writes what he or she hopes to achieve on the darumas back. at that point, the eyes have not been painted. after writing on the doll, one eye is painted on. the buyer puts the doll where it can be seen often. it is a reminder of the resolution. when the resolution has been achieved, the other eye is painted. this practice encourages people to make positive changes in their lives. do it! the dolls represent peoples _______. a friendships b ancestors c emotions d goals

Explanation:

The text states that buyers write what they hope to achieve on the daruma's back, and it serves as a reminder of the resolution. Goals are what one hopes to achieve, so the dolls represent people's goals.

Answer:

D. goals