Question

What can the reader infer about the speaker based on the excerpt from lines 37 and 38 from the poem? "I don't ask for a ticket and he doesn't offer one."

1) The speaker thinks it would be insulting to ask for a ticket.
2) The speaker understands that his shoe is not difficult to repair.
3) The speaker is confused why the shoemaker does not offer him a ticket.
4) The speaker trusts the shoemaker to repair his shoe.

Answer 1

The reader can infer that the speaker trusts the shoemaker to repair his shoe.

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the excerpt from lines 37 and 38 of the poem, the reader can infer that the speaker trusts the shoemaker to repair his shoe. The speaker states, 'I don't ask for a ticket and he doesn't offer one.' This implies that the speaker has enough trust in the shoemaker's skills and reputation that he doesn't need to request a ticket as proof of repair. By not questioning the need for a ticket, the speaker is indicating confidence in the shoemaker's ability.

Answer 2

The reader can infer that the speaker trusts the shoemaker to repair his shoe based on the excerpt from lines 37 and 38 of the poem (Option 4).

Step-by-step explanation:

The reader can infer that the speaker trusts the shoemaker to repair his shoe based on the excerpt from lines 37 and 38 of the poem, 'I don't ask for a ticket and he doesn't offer one.' Since the speaker doesn't ask for a ticket, it suggests that he has confidence in the shoemaker's ability to fix his shoe without needing any proof of payment. The speaker's trust in the shoemaker implies that he believes the shoemaker will do a good job and is willing to pay for the repair without any doubts.

Thus, the correct option is number 4.