Question

the huntsman was just passing the house, and thought to himself: \how the old woman is snoring! i must just see if she wants anything.\ so he went into the room, and when he came to the bed, he saw that the wolf was lying in it. \do i find you here, you old sinner!\ said he. \i have long sought you!\ then just as he was going to fire at him, it occurred to him that the wolf might have devoured the grandmother, and that she might still be saved, so he did not fire.
-\little red riding hood,\
the brothers grimm

which statement is the best analysis of the huntsman, based on his words and actions?

• the huntsman acts heroic because of true love.
• the huntsman is brash and selfish, with little care for others.
• the huntsman is a true hero who inspires those around him.
• the huntsman is a considerate hero, because he saves the grandmother.

Explanation:

Analyze the huntsman's initial actions

Using the Indirect Characterization and Textual Evidence knowledge points, we examine the huntsman's first action. He hears snoring and thinks, "I must just see if she wants anything." This shows he is naturally helpful, caring, and considerate of an elderly neighbor's well-being.

Analyze the huntsman's decision-making

Using the Indirect Characterization and Textual Evidence knowledge points, we look at his reaction to finding the wolf. Instead of shooting immediately out of anger, he stops because "it occurred to him that the wolf might have devoured the grandmother, and that she might still be saved." This thoughtful hesitation to save a life demonstrates he is a considerate hero.

Evaluate the given options

Using the Textual Evidence knowledge point:

• Option 1 mentions "true love," which is not supported by the text.
• Option 2 calls him "brash and selfish," which contradicts his helpful actions.
• Option 3 claims he "inspires those around him," but no one else is present to be inspired.
• Option 4 correctly identifies him as a "considerate hero, because he saves the grandmother."

Answer:

• The huntsman acts heroic because of true love.
• The huntsman is brash and selfish, with little care for others.
• The huntsman is a true hero who inspires those around him.
• The huntsman is a considerate hero, because he saves the grandmother. (Correct answer)