Question

a nonfiction account of hurricane katrina by dave eggers
pre-test complete
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read the excerpt from part 1 of zeitoun.
kathy liked to act exasperated, but zeitoun’s romantic side was central to why she loved him. she knew that any kind of boat reminded him of his childhood. how could she deny him a used canoe? she was fairly certain he would never use it, but having it in the garage, she knew, would mean something to him—a connection to the past, the possibility of adventure. whatever it was, she wouldn’t stand in the way.
zeitoun is recalling
kathy’s fondness for adventure.
kathy’s skepticism about his boating ability.
kathy’s frustration with his many collections.
kathy’s reaction when he purchased the canoe.

Explanation:

The excerpt describes Kathy's reaction when Zeitoun got a used canoe. She acted exasperated but didn't stop him, as she knew the canoe meant something to him. The other options don't match: the excerpt doesn't focus on Kathy's fondness for adventure, skepticism about his boating ability, or frustration with his collections. It's about her reaction to the canoe purchase.

Answer:

D. Kathy’s reaction when he purchased the canoe.