Question 6
What is the author's purpose in choosing to use the word "self-possessed" three times in the story (Paragraphs 1,
8, and 14)?
А
It shows the shift in Vera's demeanor from when she first meets Mr. Nuttel to when she tries
to mislead him.
B
It shows the shift in Vera's attempts to convince Mr. Nuttel that the ghosts she mentions are
not friendly
c
It shows that Mr. Nuttel is vastly uncomfortable with Vera because she seems conceited yet
caring.
D
It shows the changes in Mr. Nuttel from uncomfortable to comfortable as he listens to Vera's
ghostly tales