In the poem “The Latin Deli: An Ars Poetica,” which description suggests that the speaker is fond of the shopkeeper?

The speaker’s description of the shopkeeper’s maternal interest conveys warmth and affection. It suggests she cares about the people who come into the deli, rather than simply describing her appearance. The answer is C, the woman’s look of maternal interest as others talk.

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