Question 1 • IA-English Language Arts 11 B
The passage describes the meeting and the search for a dugout in a direct, matter-of-fact way. Details such as the major’s wound-stripes and the drivers’ reaction make the situation feel practical and real, rather than emphasizing fear, intelligence, or confusion. The best choice is C, reflecting the characters’ situation straightforwardly.
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