(15 points)
which statement best describes the effect of
the story's resolution?

a. it frightens readers by creating mystery about what is in great-
aunt gertrude's house

b. it satisfies readers by providing
readers with a fuller picture of
great-aunt gertrude

c. it saddens readers and fills them
with regret over the untimely death
of great-aunt gertrude

d. it confuses readers by forcing them
to wonder why great-aunt gertrude
wanted forgiveness