1Mr. McDonaldson sprints to the head trainer. “Why isn’t that horse lining up for the next race? Nick, do you think I can afford to keep and feed and care for a horse if she isn’t racing?”

2Nick shook his head slowly. “Your horse has a hurt leg. Did you see her slow down during the last race? I think she pulled something.”

3 “Look, I paid good money for her three years ago and I need her to keep racing!”

4 “But sir,” pleaded Nick, “let’s please not race her injured. She could be hurt worse if she runs with a bum leg.”

5 “Do I look like I’m kidding? Massage it and wrap it in one of those magical bandages. I also pay good money to have you around as well, and don’t you forget it!”

6In a burning rage, Mr. McDonaldson storms off to the enormous holding stable. He spies his prize horse a few stalls away and stands in front of her. His heart quickly melts at the sight of her. He remembers riding her after he first bought her from a fellow rancher. Her speed, her grace, and her gentleness made Mr. McDonaldson treat her differently from his other horses. Grace, a name never better fit a horse.

7Grace leans her head down and nuzzles Mr. McDonaldson’s neck. He gently runs his hands along her mane and then slowly walks away.

8After a few minutes, Mr. McDonaldson finally sees Nick. “I am truly sorry, Nick. I shouldn’t have yelled at you. You were doing your job well. Let Grace rest for the remainder of the day.” Mr. McDonaldson shakes Nick’s hand, and then walks to the stands to witness the next race.
1)
How does the holding stable scene change the plot of the story?
A) Mr. McDonaldson changed his mind about racing Grace.
B) All of the horses in the stable made finding Grace very difficult.
C) Grace was able to convince Mr. McDonaldson to put her back in the race.
D) Nick persuaded Mr. McDonaldson that racing an injured horse was not wise.