Question

Read the sentences from paragraph 3.

Expecting to answer questions about menus and holiday traditions, Sarah was surprised to be questioned instead about family relationships and parenting styles. “Were your parents strict or controlling? Did your parents discourage frivolous activities while you were growing up? Would you describe your parents as authoritarian?”
Which statement BEST describes how Jennifer's questions add to the conflict in the text?

A
Jennifer's questions create conflict by involving Sarah's family members in an activity that she wants to keep between her and Jennifer.

B
Jennifer's questions create conflict by revealing her disapproval of Chinese culture—making Sarah feel offended and hurt.

C
Jennifer's questions create conflict by surprising Sarah with their personal nature—making her feel defensive and protective of her family.

D
Jennifer's questions create conflict by requiring Sarah to discuss her family life in front of the class instead of in a private conversation.

Answer 1

C

Step-by-step explanation:

Jennifer's questions could have made Sarah feel uncomfortable because they are personal (this creates conflict). Sarah was expecting to answer questions about menus and holiday traditions. Not invasive questions about her family.