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Question 9 • English Language Arts 9

Read the paragraph. As the names for the honor roll were announced, Omar heard his name. His posture straightened . He nodded and stifled a smile as his legs bounced a subtle beat beneath his desk. He closed his eyes briefly, silently willing himself to save his reaction for later. The underlined words reveal Omar’s

Answer
A
pride.
B
discomfort.
C
frustration.
D
curiosity.

Explanation

Omar’s name is announced for the honor roll, and his posture straightens as he tries to hide a smile. These reactions suggest he feels pleased and proud of his achievement, even though he is keeping his reaction quiet. The answer is pride.

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