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Explanation:

Analyze the character dynamics

The question asks how Dana feels about her connection with Hee Kyong. This is a Reading Comprehension and Textual Analysis question based on a literary text (specifically, a Korean-American Literature narrative involving characters named Dana and Hee Kyong).

Evaluate the options based on literary context

In this narrative context, Dana is a Korean-American adoptee who travels to Korea and connects with her biological family, including Hee Kyong. Throughout their interactions, Dana expects barriers, distance, or potential rejection due to cultural and linguistic differences. Instead, she experiences warmth, welcoming gestures, and an unexpected sense of belonging. Therefore, Dana is deeply moved and surprised by how readily Hee Kyong accepts her into her life.

Select the correct option

Comparing this context to the choices:

• "Dana feels rejection from Hee Kyong" is incorrect because their relationship is marked by warmth.
• "Dana thinks Hee Kyong does not understand her" is incorrect as they find deep emotional resonance despite language barriers.
• "Dana is surprised by Hee Kyong's acceptance of her" directly aligns with Dana's internal emotional journey of expecting alienation but finding immediate familial acceptance.
• "Dana has no strong feelings towards Hee Kyong" is incorrect because Dana is deeply affected by their connection.

Answer:

• (A) Dana feels rejection from Hee Kyong.
• (B) Dana thinks Hee Kyong does not understand her.
• (C) Dana is surprised by Hee Kyong's acceptance of her. (Correct answer)
• (D) Dana has no strong feelings towards Hee Kyong.