Question

which detail from passage 1 best shows that framton is already nervous before the trick? a. he wonders if mrs. sappleton is married b. he thinks sad events feel wrong in the countryside c. he says doctors told him to rest and avoid stress d. he asks why the window is open

Explanation:

To determine which detail shows Framton is nervous before the trick, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Wondering about marriage status is a normal social inquiry, not indicating nervousness.
• Option B: Thinking sad events feel wrong in the countryside is a personal opinion, not related to his nervous state.
• Option C: Saying doctors told him to rest and avoid stress implies he is already anxious or nervous, as he needs to follow such advice, suggesting pre - existing nervousness.
• Option D: Asking why the window is open is a simple question about the environment, not a sign of nervousness.

Answer:

C. He says doctors told him to rest and avoid stress