Read the excerpt from part 5 of Zeitoun.The kids fear water, yes, and when a pipe burst last year there were screams and nightmares, but slowly they’re growing stronger. For them he has to be strong, and he needs to look forward. He needs to feed them, to hold them close, and he needs to show them that God had a reason for their trials. He tells them that perhaps God, by allowing him to be jailed, saved him from something worse.Why does the author include these musings?
Answer
A
to suggest Zeitoun’s fear of the unknown
B
to emphasize Zeitoun’s unwavering faith
C
to prove Zeitoun’s innocence and good standing
D
to illustrate Zeitoun’s confidence in his children
Explanation
Zeitoun tries to find a purpose in his suffering, telling his children that God may have allowed his imprisonment to protect him from something worse. This shows that he continues to trust God even after a frightening and painful experience. The musings emphasize Zeitoun’s unwavering faith, not his confidence in his children or proof of his innocence.
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