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Answer: ASet 3: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 The wind howled outside the cabin, shaking the windows. Snow piled up against the door, trapping them inside. Text 2 Inside, the family sat by the fire, drinking hot cocoa and telling stories. They felt safe and happy together.
Which choice best describes the setting's effect on the characters?
A. The dangerous storm outside makes the cozy interior feel even safer.✓ Correct
B. The storm makes them angry.
C. They are trying to escape the cabin.
D. They are cold and miserable.
Detailed Explanation
Text 1: Dangerous storm (Outside). Text 2: Safe/Happy (Inside). Contrast enhances safety.
Key Evidence:
• "trapping them"
• "felt safe and happy"
Why others are wrong: B (Happy.), C (Sitting by fire.), D (Warm/Hot cocoa.).