Read the excerpt from "Stray." Doris hugged the puppy hard against her. She said nothing.
Which statement best analyzes how the excerpt contributes to the plot of the story?

A. Doris is disrespectful to her parents. Her attitude toward her parents creates conflict between herself and her parents.

B. Doris is afraid to lose the puppy. Her fear helps the reader to better understand her character.

C. Doris loves the puppy. Her affection for the puppy helps to establish the main conflict in the story.

D. Doris refuses to believe that her parents will send the puppy away. Her refusal makes the rising action more intense.