2. Although Lizzy rarely went to school, she was very intelligent. How did she become so smart?
a. She was a genius.
b. She studied at home.
c. She read encyclopedias and other books.
d. She had a photographic memory.

C, She read encyclopedias and other books.

Explanation:

A- We can automtically cross that one out

B- She might have studied at home but she woudnt know what to study since she barely went to school

C- She most likely read books to be intelligent

D- Having a photographic memory is very rare and she wouldn't be able to be intelliegnt if she barely went to school since she doesnt know what is being taught.

he is suggesting that this widow is a strong woman, who is giving constructive criticism and she has enough to worry about, and she takes care of him, so he does not take it to heart.