Question

The early light of morning lay rosy red upon the mountains, and a fresh breeze rustled through the fir trees and set their ancient branches waving to and fro. The sound awoke Heidi and she opened her eyes. The roaring in the trees always stirred a strong emotion within her and seemed to draw her irresistibly to them. So she jumped out of bed and dressed herself as quickly as she could, but it took her some time even then, for she was careful now to be always clean and tidy.

Based on this excerpt, which argument do you think the author would make about life in the mountains? (5 points)


Mountain life is beautiful and wholesome.

Mountain life is dingy and meaningless.

Mountain life is mysterious and joyful.

Mountain life is simple and hard.

Answer 1

A) the author shows excitement in her character and how passionate she feels about the mountains and how eager she is to go out and explore.

Answer 2

Mountain life is beautiful and wholesome.

Step-by-step explanation:

As stated in the excerpt from "Heidi," the author Johanna Spyri makes reference to the protagonist's distinct emotions and high spirits in her mountain life. Actually, Heidi wakes to the sounds of the breeze shaking the trees, and has overwhelming feelings towards her surroundings.