In the final sentence of the passage, the pairing of the verbs “balanced” and “leaped” suggest what fine distinction regarding the character of Altaf? He is uncomfortable back in a village that he barely knows. He is uncomfortable back in a village that he barely knows.
A He is finally secure in his decision to return home. He is finally secure in his decision to return home.
B He looks forward to a happy reunion with his neglected family. He looks forward to a happy reunion with his neglected family.
C He relishes his celebrity with the children and mimics their play. He relishes his celebrity with the children and mimics their play.
D He is poised between two worlds but eager to be home.
Answer: E. He is poised between two worlds but eager to be home
Explanation: Based on the context of that passage, the pairing of the verbs “balanced” and “leaped” suggest a delightful disposition of Altaf.
Despite being poised between two worlds, Altaf is eager (“leaped” with joy) to be home.