PART A: What impact do Mr. and Mrs. White's differing points of view in paragraphs 109-125 and paragraphs 133-139 have on Part III?
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A.
Their differing points of view and resulting argument create suspense around what choice they will make and how they will respond to the knock at their door.
B.
Their conversation resolves their disagreement and differing points of view, and it helps the story end in a hopeful way.
C.
Their different points of view contribute to a lively but humorous dialogue between them and reinforces the characterization of them as a close family.
D.
Their different points of view about the sergeant-major emphasize the idea that visitors are threatening, which is an important theme in the story.