Answer:
D
Explanation:
Choice A would make sense for the first sentence, but not the rest. Choice B is supported by the part of the passage that says, "...I am weightless again, flying past the other runners". The choice C isn't supported whatsoever because the passage does not say whether or not Squeaky wins, nor does it talk about working hard to prepare for the race. The choice D is supported by the positive self-talk and the resulting physical response (running faster) that the passage describes. This is why I believe D is the best answer.
D. Success is possible if one truly believes in oneself
The options are:
The repetition of words and patterns: this is because the children need reptition to understand something and then learn it. The reptitions are commonly used in stories for children since this can help them to understand better what the story is about.
The description of how geographical features were made: the excerpt make reference to how the geographical features were created, but not based on scientific data or facts, but in leyends and oral traditions. This help the children to stimulate their imagination and captivate them trough the story.
The answer for your question would be : cunning
In Tenesse's partner, the two main characters are depicted as Cunning, especially in the scene where they modulated on the note
