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QuizMultiple Choice

Characterization and Central Ideas in A Night to Remember

Question 10 • Language Arts 7 B (M12 25/26 S2)

Read this excerpt from A Night to Remember."Be brave; no matter what happens, be brave," Dr. W. T. Minahan told Mrs. Minahan as he stepped back with the other men.Based on this dialogue, what is Dr. Minahan most likely thinking?

Answer
A
His wife will be safe inside the lifeboat.
B
The lifeboats will not be lowered for a while.
C
The situation will likely get worse for his wife.
D
He will join his wife later that night.

Explanation

Dr. Minahan tells his wife to be brave “no matter what happens” as he steps back with the other men. This suggests he expects a frightening or difficult situation ahead and is concerned it may get worse for her. The dialogue does not say she will be safe or that he will join her later.

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