Read this excerpt from "The All-American Slurp."
When the main courses were finished, Mother brought out a platter of fruit. “I hope you weren’t expecting a sweet dessert,” she said. “Since the Chinese don’t eat dessert, I didn’t think to prepare any.”
“Oh, I couldn’t possibly eat dessert!” cried Mrs. Gleason. “I’m simply stuffed!”
How does this event support the resolution of the story?
It proves that the neighbors practice healthy eating habits.
It suggests that Mrs. Lin wants to teach people Chinese cooking.
It shows that the Lins have successfully hosted their American friends.
It illustrates that the Lins and Gleasons have similar ideas about desserts.
It illustrates that the Lins and Gleasons have similar ideas about desserts.
The event described in the excerpt supports the resolution of the story by illustrating that the Lins have successfully hosted their American friends. Mrs. Gleason's comment about being stuffed after the main course indicates that the Lins have provided a satisfying and well-prepared meal for their guests. This suggests that the cultural exchange between the Lins and Gleasons has been successful and enjoyable, supporting the resolution of the story.
To determine how this event supports the resolution of the story, let's analyze the given options and the context of the excerpt.
The first option, "It proves that the neighbors practice healthy eating habits," is not directly supported by the excerpt. While it mentions that the Chinese don't eat dessert, it doesn't necessarily imply that they have overall healthy eating habits.
The second option, "It suggests that Mrs. Lin wants to teach people Chinese cooking," is also not directly supported by the excerpt. Although Mrs. Lin didn't prepare dessert because the Chinese don't typically eat it, it doesn't explicitly indicate her intention to teach others about Chinese cooking.
The third option, "It shows that the Lins have successfully hosted their American friends," seems plausible based on the information in the excerpt. The fact that Mrs. Gleason exclaims she couldn't possibly eat dessert suggests that the main courses were plentiful and well-received. This indicates that Mrs. Lin successfully hosted her American friends and provided them with a satisfying meal.
The final option, "It illustrates that the Lins and Gleasons have similar ideas about desserts," is incorrect. The excerpt highlights the difference in dessert preferences between the Chinese and the Gleasons. While the Lins didn't prepare dessert, Mrs. Gleason's response suggests that she would have been open to having it.
Considering the context and information provided, the correct answer is: "It shows that the Lins have successfully hosted their American friends."