They began picking off gumdrops and stuffing their faces with the candy from the outside of the house. Then, a lovely, old lady emerged from the house. She invited them in and offered them even more candy and cake. At first, Hansel and Gretel were ecstatic for the treats, but they soon became uncomfortable around the woman. She explained that she had never had children of her own, so she built a house of candy hoping one day some children would come along so she could keep them. She was very lonely. Hansel and Gretel did not want to be kept like pets, and they wanted to go home to their father.
How do the main characters feel about staying at the old woman's house? (2 points) a
They are ecstatic to stay at the house for more cake and candy.
b
They are happy that she loves them unlike their stepmother.
c
They do not want to be kept like pets and want to go home.
d
They want to stay and help her build the candy and cake house.
