Question

read the excerpts from the land.

\he ride goods he look, mister edward?\

\hes a fine riding horse, all right,\ said my daddy, \but he needs training. i figure he gets that training, he could be the best around.\

\yes, suh,\ said willie thomas, stroking the stallions forehead. \he sure got a good look to him, i know that!\

ow, willie,\ said my daddy, \i expect you to take mighty good care of this horse. im depending on ghost wind to win me more than a few races by the coming year, and i want him in the best condition possible.\

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it wasnt until the next day i saw mitchell again. \you get a whippin for ridin that stallion?\ he asked as i made my way through the woods toward the creek.

based on their reactions in these excerpts, how are pauls and his fathers viewpoints similar?

both paul and his father think that ghost wind can be a champion racer.
both paul and his father value horses as an important part of their lives.
both paul and his father feel a strong emotional connection to horses.
both paul and his father believe that willie is the best person to train ghost wind.

Explanation:

Analyze the father's viewpoint

Using the Viewpoint Analysis knowledge point, we examine the father's dialogue. He states, "He's a fine riding horse... but he needs training," and "I'm depending on Ghost Wind to win me more than a few races... and I want him in the best condition possible." This shows the father views the horse primarily as a valuable asset, a competitor, and an investment for racing success.

Analyze Paul's viewpoint

Using the Perspective Comparison knowledge point, we look at Paul's actions and relationship with horses in The Land. Paul has a deep, personal, and emotional bond with horses, viewing them as companions rather than just tools or financial investments.

Compare the two viewpoints

Using the Perspective Comparison knowledge point, we find where their perspectives overlap. While the father views Ghost Wind through a practical, financial, and competitive lens, and Paul views horses through an emotional lens, both characters deeply value horses as an essential, central part of their lives and daily activities.

Evaluate the options

Using the Viewpoint Analysis knowledge point, we test each choice:

• Option 1: Only the father expresses a desire for Ghost Wind to be a champion racer; Paul's connection is not driven by racing success.
• Option 2: Both characters place a high value on horses, making them central to their respective lives. This is their shared common ground.
• Option 3: Only Paul feels a strong emotional connection; his father's interest is more transactional and practical.
• Option 4: The text does not show that both believe Willie is the best person to train the horse.

Answer:

• Both Paul and his father think that Ghost Wind can be a champion racer.
• Both Paul and his father value horses as an important part of their lives. (Correct answer)
• Both Paul and his father feel a strong emotional connection to horses.
• Both Paul and his father believe that Willie is the best person to train Ghost Wind.