Question

The introduction of _____ helps to advance the plot of Daly's "Sixteen."

the boy
the narrator
the shanty
the skates

Answer 1

Answer:

the boy

Explanation:

The narrator feels hopeful but the boy seems to be more genuine in the answer.  Don't know about shanty or skates but I can guarantee you that the boy is the more accurate answer.

Answer 2

the boy that’s the answer