The principal's entrance to the podium was unusual because he ____________
A. smiled at the students warmly and paused briefly. B. moved slowly and lacked his typical morning cheer. C. walked with vigor but stumbled near the podium. D. hesitated, then spoke firmly into the microphone.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation
Chapter 1: describes the principal moving ponderously and lacking his usual morning smile. His demeanor was clearly different from his typical confident self, making his entrance stand out as unusual.
