Both Greta and Fred's Bus Ride to Pittsburgh

Greta's Dread and Fred's Excitement

Both Greta and Fred were on the bus that arrived in Pittsburgh. Fred was glad to be home. He looked forward to visiting with old friends. Greta, on the other hand, dreaded seeing her old boyfriend. She already missed her days in New York City.

From the paragraph, we can most safely infer that Greta is feeling apprehensive about meeting her old boyfriend, while Fred is excited to reunite with his old friends in Pittsburgh. Greta's dread of seeing her ex-partner suggests a sense of unease or discomfort in that regard, while Fred's anticipation of reconnecting with familiar faces indicates a positive and enthusiastic attitude toward his homecoming.

What can you most safely infer from the paragraph?

a. Greta hates her old boyfriend.
b. Fred once lived in Pittsburgh.
c. Fred is a friendly person.
d. Fred and Greta are friends.

What can you most safely infer from the paragraph?

The only thing we can say for certain is that Greta hates her old boyfriend. Other answers might be correct, however we are not given enough evidence to deduce something like that.

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