Question

read the paragraph.
the old woman held the worn teddy bear close to her heart; her eyes filled with tears. it had been her favorite toy as a child. even though it was faded and threadbare, it was still precious to her. she was sentimental about the teddy bear and would never consider parting with it.
what does the word \sentimental\ suggest about the womans feelings for the teddy bear?
a. it implies that she is overly emotional and attached to the past.
b. it implies that she is unable to let go of material possessions.
c. it suggests that she is living in the past and unable to move on.
d. it suggests that she values the memories it represents.

Explanation:

The old woman has an emotional connection to the teddy - bear because it was her favorite toy as a child. Being sentimental implies she values the memories associated with it, not that she is overly emotional, unable to let go of material things in general, or living in the past in a negative sense.

Answer:

D. It suggests that she values the memories it represents.