Putting together the clues in paragraphs 1 and 8, how did Jimmy get out of jail after serving only ten months of a four-year sentence?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an understanding of how a character named Jimmy was able to get out of jail earlier than his sentence. It suggests looking at specific paragraphs for clues to determine the correct reason from the provided options.
Answer
The warden was worried for Jimmy's safety in the prison.
The warden was worried for Jimmy's safety in the prison, so they released him early.
Answer for screen readers
The warden was worried for Jimmy's safety in the prison, so they released him early.
More Information
In O. Henry's story, the warden chose to release Jimmy due to concerns about his well-being.
Tips
Not considering all potential motivations for early release.
Sources
- Putting together the clues in paragraphs 1 and 8, how did Jimmy get ... - gauthmath.com
- CommonLit | A Retrieved Reformation - filecabinet9.eschoolview.com
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