Which sentence best shows the madam’s reaction when she realizes she has not paid the fare?
Answer
‘Oh dear, I have forgotten!’ she whispered, blushing.
The correct answer is ‘Oh dear, I have forgotten!’ she whispered, blushing. — Select the option that reflects a whispered apology and blushing.
Step-by-step solution
- Locate the part of the story where the madam discovers the unpaid fare.
- Read her dialogue and the description of her facial expression.
- Match the observed reaction with the given options.
- Select the option that reflects a whispered apology and blushing.
Common mistake: Choosing the silent‑stare option, misreading the passage’s description of her embarrassment.
Concept tested: Character reaction through dialogue
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