Question

question
reread paragraph 9. then select the correct answer.
9 \tas they crossed the bridge, xena turned to javier. \if the gatekeeper really had three different stones, showing them wouldnt matter. but if he was tricking us, perhaps with three blue stones, your request would have exposed him. his reaction revealed everything. now, thanks to you, i can finish my grandfathers work.\
what does xenas dialogue reveal about her relationship with javier?
○ it suggests that xena thinks javiers strategy is complicated.
○ it reveals that xena regrets bringing javier on the journey.
○ it indicates that xena believes she can do everything herself.
○ it shows that xena values javiers problem - solving abilities.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option: Xena's dialogue doesn't mention the complexity of Javier's strategy, so this is incorrect.
• The second option: Xena thanks Javier, which is the opposite of regret, so this is wrong.
• The third option: Xena thanks Javier for helping, so she doesn't think she can do everything alone, eliminating this.
• The fourth option: Xena says "thanks to you, I can finish my grandfather’s work" and explains how Javier's request helped expose the gatekeeper, showing she values his problem - solving.

Answer:

D. It shows that Xena values Javier’s problem - solving abilities.