Question

Which line from the story best shows a history of Judson being ruthless? a. "Judson's compassion shone through in every interaction." b. "His ruthless demeanor was evident in the way he dealt with rivals." c. "Judson, known for his kindness, surprised everyone with his actions." d. "The story portrayed Judson as a caring and considerate individual."

Answer 1

Option b ('His ruthless demeanor was evident in the way he dealt with rivals.') best demonstrates Judson's history of being ruthless by directly associating him with a pattern of behavior towards his competitors.The correct option is:b. "His ruthless demeanor was evident in the way he dealt with rivals."

Step-by-step explanation:

The line from the story that best shows a history of Judson being ruthless is option b, "His ruthless demeanor was evident in the way he dealt with rivals." This line directly attributes ruthless traits to Judson's character, indicating a pattern or history of such behavior.

Options a, c, and d mention compassion and kindness, which directly contrast with being ruthless. Statements from other sections, discussing different characters' cruelty, compassion, or indifference, further help contrast with the directness of the chosen line in establishing Judson's ruthless nature through actions towards his competitors.The correct option is:b. "His ruthless demeanor was evident in the way he dealt with rivals."