Final Answer:
Arnold Friend does not explicitly claim to be Connie's lover or state that he can see all the way down to Aunt Tillie's in "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" Additionally, Arnold Friend's age remains ambiguous in the narrative, making option 3 ("He claims to be 18") also incorrect.
Step-by-step explanation:
In Joyce Carol Oates' "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" Arnold Friend does not explicitly claim to be Connie's lover, nor does he state that he can see all the way down to Aunt Tillie's. While he does interact with Connie and attempts to manipulate her with deceitful tactics, the specific phrases mentioned in options 1 and 2 are not directly uttered by Arnold Friend in the story. Option 3 is also misleading, as Arnold Friend's age remains ambiguous throughout the narrative, contributing to the unsettling atmosphere of the story.
The deceptive nature of Arnold Friend's character is central to the story's tension and the psychological impact on Connie. Oates crafts Arnold Friend as a mysterious and enigmatic figure, making it challenging for the reader to discern his true intentions and characteristics. The absence of explicit statements regarding being Connie's lover or claiming to see down to Aunt Tillie's contributes to the unsettling ambiguity surrounding Arnold Friend, adding layers of complexity to the narrative.
In conclusion, the selected option "None of the above" accurately reflects the absence of specific statements attributed to Arnold Friend in the given options. The story relies on subtle and manipulative dialogue to create a sense of unease, leaving much to the reader's interpretation and contributing to the psychological depth of the narrative.
So correct option is 3) He claims to be 18.