Question

In "Homesick," why does Jean repeatedly say "American friend" to the little Chinese boy?

A.
She wants him to know that she is a good person who means him no harm.

B.
She wants him to think of himself as an American so she'll feel more at home.

C.
She wants him to learn that it is dangerous and illegal for Chinese people to be on the Bund.

D.
She wants him to realize that Americans are better than British people.