Question

Question 2 of 4

Which sentence from the article shows Melvin's MAIN problem? (25 points)

O A. That afternoon, though, Mello broke down in tears the moment his mother, Anita James, answered the phone.

O B. "It's making me so upset," he responded, explaining that his classmates mocked Melvin for having muddy sneakers.

O C. "I was floored, because most kids are not willing to give up something to another child; most kids are about themselves," she said.

O D. Mello was so excited to give Melvin the gift that he woke up nearly an hour early for school.

Answer 1

"It's making me so upset," he responded, explaining that his classmates mocked Melvin for having muddy sneakers.

Step-by-step explanation:

shows that Melvin's main problem is that his classmates are mocking him for having muddy sneakers. This is the main issue that is causing Mello to be upset and is the focus of the article. The other sentences provide context and additional information about the situation, but this sentence specifically highlights Melvin's problem.