Question

select the correct answer.

which evidence does the author use to support the idea that she felt fearless?

whether it will reach its destination or fall into the hands of british soldiery, events must determine.
our kind friend, mr. carroll, has come to hasten my departure and is in a very bad humor with me...
at this late hour a wagon has been procured, and i have had it filled with the most valuable portable articles belonging to the house.
two messengers, covered with dust, come to bid me fly; but here i mean to wait for him.

Explanation:

Analyze the question prompt

The question asks for textual evidence supporting the idea that the author felt "fearless."

Evaluate the answer choices

• Option 1: "Whether it will reach its destination or fall into the hands of British soldiery, events must determine." This shows uncertainty or resignation about the future, not necessarily fearlessness.
• Option 2: "Our kind friend, Mr. Carroll, has come to hasten my departure and is in a very bad humor with me..." This describes another person's actions and mood.
• Option 3: "At this late hour a wagon has been procured, and I have had it filled with the most valuable portable articles belonging to the house." This describes preparation and packing.
• Option 4: "Two messengers, covered with dust, come to bid me fly; but here I mean to wait for him." This shows the author refusing to flee ("fly") despite urgent warnings, demonstrating courage and fearlessness.

Select the correct option

The fourth option directly supports the idea of being fearless by showing her determination to stay despite being urged to flee.

Answer:

• (A) Whether it will reach its destination or fall into the hands of British soldiery, events must determine.
• (B) Our kind friend, Mr. Carroll, has come to hasten my departure and is in a very bad humor with me . . .
• (C) At this late hour a wagon has been procured, and I have had it filled with the most valuable portable articles belonging to the house.
• (D) Two messengers, covered with dust, come to bid me fly; but here I mean to wait for him. (Correct answer)