The following question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A:
Which of the following describes how Tom changes during the text?
A.
Tom does not obey Nell.
B.
Tom does not want to listen to Bess.
C.
Tom shows he is capable of behaving.
D.
Tom eventually follows Nell's directions.
Multiple Select Question
Part B:
Identify two pieces of evidence from the text that support the answer you chose in part A.
Part A: C. Tom shows he is capable of behaving.
Part B:
1. In the middle of the story, when Nell asks Tom to help clean up the mess in the kitchen, Tom stops what he is doing and helps without complaint. This shows that he is capable of behaving and following directions.
2. Towards the end of the story, when Bess asks Tom to stop teasing the new puppy, Tom listens to her and stops his behavior. This further demonstrates that he is capable of behaving and obeying instructions.