Based on her descriptions, the reader can tell Morris finds things burdensome because (4 points) Select one: a. they require so much attention b. they are not always available c. they go out of fashion too quickly d. they cost too much money

A). They require so much attention.

Explanation:

As per the given excerpt from 'The Tyranny of Things' authored by Elizabeth Morris, the readers could tell that she(Morris) finds things burdensome as 'they require so much attention'. This is reflected by her statement when she says that 'there was nothing in the house to demand care, to claim attention, to cumber my consciousness with its insistent, unchanging companionship'. Thus, the readers can infer this by the statements like 'they were not objects to be cared for, but powers and presences which required excessive attention'. Hence, option A is the correct answer.

the second option.is correct

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