Read the excerpt from Monster.We see STEVE stand shakily and head back to the defense table. He looks out onto the onlookers and sees his parents. His MOTHER forces a smile and his FATHER makes a fist and nods emphatically. We see STEVE sit down, start to pick up a glass of water, and have to put it down because his hand is shaking so badly.
Answer
A
They think that Steve is innocent.
B
They are willing to fight for their son.
C
They think that the trial is a joke.
D
They are trying to be strong for Steve.
Explanation
Steve’s mother forces a smile, while his father gives him an emphatic nod. These gestures suggest they are trying to encourage him and hide their worry, especially since Steve is visibly shaken. The best answer is “They are trying to be strong for Steve.”
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