What is one conclusion that can be made, based on this selection? a) students are usually hesitant to express their opinions to teachers. b) school administrators are out of touch with the needs of their students. c) guidance counselors can offer advice about a variety of life issues. d) teachers are reluctant to listen to students' opinions about the books they teach. eliminate

Read the passage. when mother’s fever persisted for a week, father summoned our family doctor. dr. blakemore applied leeches to mother’s skin in hopes of reducing the amount of blood in her body. despite the doctor’s efforts, she languished in bed for three more days before her appetite returned and she requested a thin broth. our dear cook, mrs. davis, prepared the broth and delivered it to my mother directly, eager to ease her discomfort. what can readers infer about the time period of the passage?