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Tamguatlay Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

What does "this" refer to?

I listened intently, hanging on to every word. "I can see it, But you must believe it yourself. Confidence - compassion - common sense. That's what is important. Remember that and you'll go far.: After hearing what Mrs Blackstone had said, my tension melted away almost certainly and I gave a sheepish-looking, almost relieved smile. She must have noticed this, for she suddenly laughed heartily and said, "What did you think I was going to say?" We looked at each other, then burst out laughing together. I must have looked so silly earlier on.

What does "this" refer to?

1. It refers to the author's smile.

2. It refers to the author's tension melting away and she became relieved.

My son's answer is #1, but the teacher's answer is #2.

Is the teacher correct? Thanks.
  

Top answer

I listened intently, hanging on to every word. "I can see it, But you must believe it yourself. Confidence - compassion - common sense.

— Clive

  • I listened intently, hanging on to every word.
  • "I can see it, But you must believe it yourself.
  • Confidence - compassion - common sense.
  • That's what is important.
  • Remember that and you'll go far.
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I listened intently, hanging on to every word. "I can see it, But you must believe it yourself. Confidence - compassion - common sense. That's what is important. Remember that and you'll go far." After hearing what Mrs Blackstone had said, my tension melted away almost certainly and I gave a sheepish-looking, almost relieved smile. She must have noticed
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Thanks, Clive, for spotting my typo and the detailed reply.
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