Question

which of the following answers best describes the connection between devante (p1a2, p2a4) and thomas story? (2) a) both devonte and thomas lost a sibling to gang violence, leading them to form new gangs in their names. b) both students find it easy to talk about their feelings and quickly recover from traumatic events. c) both devonte and thomas have no family support and live independently as a result of violence. d) both students experience ongoing emotional struggles related to violence, which affects their ability to cope, sleep, and maintain relationships at school.

Explanation:

Trauma from violence often leads to long - term emotional struggles that can impact daily life functions like coping, sleeping, and social relationships at school. Options A, B, and C have inaccuracies not supported by the context. Option A about forming new gangs is not indicated, Option B about easy emotional expression and quick recovery is unlikely after trauma, and Option C about no family support and independent living is not mentioned.

Answer:

D. Both students experience ongoing emotional struggles related to violence, which affects their ability to cope, sleep, and maintain relationships at school.