Item 9 What does the stone from "The Stone" symbolize? a representation of the problems in the characters' lives a representation of things that do not grow or change as a reminder of everything the characters have achieved an an enemy for the main character to defeat

The stone from "The Stone" symbolizes "a representation of things that do not grow or change "

Explanation:

The stones are generally seen as something which is stable and grounded to earth, as being considered a motionless element this can not represent achievements, enemies to defeat, or problems, but it could be easily seen as something that does not change due to its permanence, stones can remain for long periods in the same place without showing any visible change.

since it is asking for her reaction to elnora's trouble at school you can rule out any answers with a positive response (b). then you can rule out (d), this is because it does not show the mother's reaction but the daughter's response. that leaves you with two options (a) and (c), by looking at the options you can rule out (c) because it isn't referring back to elnora's issues at school.