Question

What do the stage directions in this example most clearly show about the character Mia? LAURA. [From the kitchen, not paying attention] Well, what do you think? MIA. [Winces after taking her first bite of the stew] It's great. LAURA. How would you score the stew? MIA. [Spitting it out into a napkin] Definitely A+. O O A. Mia has trouble understanding others. B. Mia lies to Laura to protect her feelings. C. Mia loves the stew and rates it highly. D. Mia is a master food critic and pro chef. ​

Answer 1

Answer and Explanation:

The stage directions in the example suggest that Mia is trying to spare Laura's feelings by being polite despite her dislike for the stew. Mia winces after taking a bite, spits it out discreetly, and then sarcastically rates it as an "A+." This behavior indicates that Mia is not being honest about her opinion of the stew to avoid hurting Laura's feelings. Therefore, the best description based on the stage directions is:

B. Mia lies to Laura to protect her feelings.

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