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QuizMultiple Choice

Exploring Cultural Identity through Language — Unit test

Question 18 • Common Core ELA 11 - ELA3011 IC

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

Answer
A
the woman’s plump arms resting upon the counter
B
the woman’s “plain wide face” and “ample bosom”
C
the woman’s look of maternal interest as others talk
D
the woman’s ageless appearance and lack of prettiness

Explanation

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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