Question

4.1.e quiz: storytelling and narrative writing
julika was sleeping soundly on the morning of her 40th birthday. she was incredibly tired; she was an emergency room doctor and had had a long night.
her daughters voice next to her bed woke her.
\surprise!\ her daughter said, carrying a tray loaded with breakfast: cereal, yogurt, eggs, and toast. \happy birthday!\
julika fought the urge to fall back in bed and cover her head with her pillow.
\you made me breakfast?\ she asked instead, kissing her daughter on the forehead. \lets see if daddy can help get some coffee to go with it.\
which statement best evaluates the authors use of dialogue to enhance the narrative?
a. the dialogue is ineffective because the exchange between julika and her daughter is full of hidden meanings the reader cant understand.
b. the dialogue is effective because it shows julika appreciates her daughters efforts enough to stay awake and have breakfast.
c. the dialogue is effective because it shows how julika communicates her exhaustion to her daughter.
d. the dialogue is ineffective because it doesnt allow the reader to understand any of julikas feelings or emotions.

Explanation:

First, analyze each option:

• Option A is incorrect because the dialogue has no hidden meanings; it is straightforward and easy to understand.
• Option B is correct: Julika is exhausted but chooses to engage with her daughter's breakfast surprise instead of going back to sleep, and she asks about getting coffee to pair with it, which shows she appreciates her daughter's effort to help her stay awake for breakfast.
• Option C is incorrect: Julika does not communicate her exhaustion through the dialogue; she hides her urge to go back to bed and responds positively to her daughter.
• Option D is incorrect: The dialogue and the surrounding text do let readers understand Julika's exhaustion and her warm feelings toward her daughter.

Answer:

B. The dialogue is effective because it shows Julika appreciates her daughter's efforts enough to stay awake and have breakfast.