Question

Which statement from the passage most strongly supports the correct answer to Question 5 in The Retrieved Reformation story?

A. “And he accomplished the wish of his heart. He met Miss Annabel Adams, and became more and more captivated by her charms.”

B. “The next morning Jimmy took breakfast at the Adamses. He was going to Little Rock that day to order his wedding-suit and buy something nice for Annabel.”

C. “She’s Annabel Adams. Her pa owns this bank.”

D. “Jimmy Valentine looked into her eyes, forgot what he was, and became another man.”

Answer 1

The statement from the passage most strongly supports the correct answer to Question 5 in The Retrieved Reformation story is B. “The next morning Jimmy took breakfast at the Adamses. He was going to Little Rock that day to order his wedding-suit and buy something nice for Annabel.”

This statement from the passage strongly supports the correct answer to Question 5 because it indicates Jimmy Valentine's intention to order a wedding suit and buy something nice for Annabel, suggesting that he is serious about pursuing a romantic relationship with her.

This action reflects a change in Jimmy's character and priorities, emphasizing his transformation from a skilled criminal to someone seeking a more lawful and meaningful life.