Question

Which conclusion to this short story is MOST LIKELY because it follows from what Bruce has observed?

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B)
He closed his eyes and drifted into sleep, but was soon awakened by a
dreadful nightmare. He got up and smashed the spider. He and his men
were killed in battle.
He arose and called his men together. He told them of his plans, and sent
them out with messages of cheer to his disheartened people. Soon there
was an army of brave Scotch-men around him. Another battle was fought,
and the King of England was defeated.
He arose and called his men together. He told them of his plans, and sent
them home with messages to their families that they would never have
need to battle again. He was loved and cherished by his brave Scotch-men
and their families. He lived to be old and wise,
He closed his eyes and dreamed of victory in battle against the King of
England. When the first lights of day peaked forth, he awakened, dressed
and glanced at the bright new day. But when he saw the spider he shook
his head in disgust that he was so easily heartened.
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Answer 1

The most likely conclusion to the short story is that after having observed something that signifies perseverance, Bruce gathers his men and formulates a plan leading to the defeat of the King of England.

Step-by-step explanation:

The conclusion to the short story that is most likely to follow from what Bruce has observed is option B: "He arose and called his men together. He told them of his plans, and sent them out with messages of cheer to his disheartened people. Soon there was an army of brave Scotch-men around him. Another battle was fought, and the King of England was defeated."

This conclusion follows the common storytelling motif of the underdog recovering from a defeat and rallying to achieve a final victory. The determination and plan of action after observing something in his environment – like the spider, possibly implying perseverance and resilience – lead to an overall conclusion of triumph against adversity.

Answer 2

Answer:B - He arose and called his men together. He told them of his plans, and sent

them out with messages of cheer to his disheartened people. Soon there

was an army of brave Scotch-men around him. Another battle was fought,

and the King of England was defeated.

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