Often, a seemingly minor detail mentioned early in a short story becomes very important later. Which of the following details later becomes important to Tom's efforts to get back into his apartment?

A. Tom puts on his jacket.

B. The window is hard to open.

C. Clare is slender and pretty.

D. It is hot in the apartment.

I would appreciate it if I didn't just get the answer. I need to know the reasoning behind the correct choice.

Question

Often, a seemingly minor detail mentioned early in a short story becomes very important later. Which of the following details later becomes important to Tom's efforts to get back into his apartment?

  A. Tom puts on his jacket.

  B. The window is hard to open.

  C. Clare is slender and pretty.

  D. It is hot in the apartment.

I would appreciate it if I didn't just get the answer. I need to know the reasoning behind the correct choice.

anonymous · Answer

Nevermind, I just figured it out.