How does the character of Alexandra develop the plot in this excerpt? Answer choices for the above question Alexandra has a conversation with Oscar that reveals that she does not trust her brother completely. Alexandra calls a family meeting to discuss her ideas with her brothers, which creates a conflict for the family to face. Alexandra discusses the future of their land with her brothers because they need to decide whether or not to sell the farm. Alexandra tells her brothers about a conversation she had with a young man, and it motivates her brothers to make a decision.