Read the excerpt from Wonder by R. J. Palacio.
Which inference correctly identifies how August and his
mother are most likely feeling?
The other kids had started out the door, so I followed them.
"See you soon," said Mom, her voice sounding a little higher
than normal. I didn't answer her.
August follows the other kids out the door, which shows
that he is excited and curious; his mother's voice sounds
a little higher than normal, which shows that she is
regretful.
August follows the other kids out the door, which shows
that he is confused; his mother says she will see him
soon, which shows that she is nervous and protective.
August does not answer his mother, which shows that he
is angry and scared; his mother's voice sounds a little
higher than normal, which shows that she is worried.
August does not answer his mother, which shows that he
is surprised; his mother says she will see him soon,
which shows that she is excited and confident.