Who states the family motto 'Do what's right, not what's easy'?

• A. Zoe
• B. Zoe's mother
• C. Zoe's father
• D. Grandpa

Answer: (A)

The key idea is identifying who articulates a guiding line in the story. In this case, the line “Do what’s right, not what’s easy” is voiced by Zoe, which shows her as the character who prioritizes integrity over convenience. The motto reflects how she faces decisions—she weighs right versus easy and chooses the right path, even when it’s tougher. The moment ties directly to Zoe’s outlook and foreshadows how she’ll handle future challenges. The other family members aren’t the ones expressing that particular principle in this moment, so Zoe’s voice is the strongest cue that she is the source of this motto.