Read the excerpt from "Object Lesson, Part 1.""What time does the first period end, Miss Carpenter?""At 9:35."Every head turned toward the clock on the wall."And it's only 8:56," Ellery said cheerfully. "That gives us thirty-nine minutes—more than enough time. Unless the boy or girl who planned this crime wants to return the loot to Miss Carpenter here and now?"
Answer
A
to suggest the money will not be found
B
to indicate that a student will confess
C
to encourage readers' confidence in Ellery
D
to offer criticism of the students’ behavior
Explanation
Ellery points out that thirty-nine minutes remain before the period ends and says that is more than enough time. His confidence suggests he believes he can solve the crime quickly, which encourages readers to trust his ability. He is not predicting that a student will confess; he is only offering that as an opportunity.
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