Why is Zoe angry at her parents?

Why is Zoe angry at her parents?

• A. They won't let her go to camp
• B. They won't let her join a club
• C. They won't let her borrow a car
• D. They forgot her birthday

Answer: (A)

This question tests how we infer a character’s motive from what’s happening. Zoe’s anger comes from wanting to do something she’s excited about—going to camp—and her parents won’t let her go. That restriction blocks her plan and creates frustration, especially if camp represents a mix of independence, fun, and social opportunity she’s been looking forward to. The other options would point to different triggers (missing a club, borrowing a car, or a forgotten birthday) that aren’t suggested by the scenario as the cause of her anger, so the reason tied to not being allowed to go to camp best fits the situation.

This question tests how we infer a character’s motive from what’s happening. Zoe’s anger comes from wanting to do something she’s excited about—going to camp—and her parents won’t let her go. That restriction blocks her plan and creates frustration, especially if camp represents a mix of independence, fun, and social opportunity she’s been looking forward to. The other options would point to different triggers (missing a club, borrowing a car, or a forgotten birthday) that aren’t suggested by the scenario as the cause of her anger, so the reason tied to not being allowed to go to camp best fits the situation.