Which letters reveal Deborah's life story and love for Lily?

• A. Lily's letters reveal her mother.
• B. Deborah's letters reveal her life story, her love for Lily, and the complexity of past decisions.
• C. Bees' letters reveal honey production.
• D. May's letters reveal Lily's future.

Answer: (B)

The thing being tested is whose writings provide the most direct view into a character’s history and relationships. Deborah’s letters are the best source for understanding her life story, the struggles she faced, and her love for Lily. Through Deborah’s words we see why she made certain choices and how her feelings shaped Lily’s world, giving depth to both her past and their bond. Lily’s own letters would focus on Lily herself, not on Deborah’s experiences; bees don’t write human letters, so they wouldn’t reveal personal history; May’s letters would center on May’s perspective, not Deborah’s life or Lily’s past.