The following is from a 1925 novel. Mrs. Whitcombe arranged her afternoon visits with the precision of a railway timetable. She arrived at each house at the appointed minute, stayed exactly half an hour, and departed without lingering for a second cup of tea. Hostesses who attempted to extend the visit found themselves addressing a closed door before they had finished offering more cake.
Based on the passage, which inference is most strongly supported about Mrs. Whitcombe?
- A
She values social warmth above scheduling efficiency
- Bcheck_circle
She prioritizes structured punctuality over the flexibility expected in social calls
- C
She avoids social interaction whenever possible
- D
She rarely accepts invitations to visit
Explanation
Railway-precise visits and refusal to linger contrast with social flexibility, supporting B. A contradicts the description; C and D contradict her many visits.