The following question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Part A:
Based on her conversations with Kevin and Delon, what inference can be made about Janelle?

A. Although she is friends with the boys, she also understands Tanisha’s feelings.
B. Although she has been friends with the boys since third grade, she longs to make new friends as she gets older.
C. Although she is excited about the concert, she is also interested in seeing Tanisha’s recital.
D. Although she appears sympathetic, she secretly feels Delon is being selfish.

Multiple Choice Question
Part B:

Which sentence from the text BEST supports your answer in Part A?

A. Janelle had just mentioned that she had been able to get tickets for this year’s “Music on the Beach,” a concert that took place every Memorial Day to kick off the summer.
B. Janelle smiled proudly and shrugged her shoulders as if it was no big deal.
C. “You know I’ve got connections,” she said slyly, but ruined the effect by breaking into laughter.
D. “Well, wait a minute,” jumped in Janelle, suddenly looking offended by Kevin’s words.

Part A: A. Although she is friends with the boys, she also understands Tanisha’s feelings.

Part B: Which sentence from the text BEST supports your answer in Part A?
C. “You know I’ve got connections,” she said slyly, but ruined the effect by breaking into laughter.