Hello :)
I'm not entirely sure, but I think the answer might be "to remind the reader that war is inevitable."
Sorry if this is wrong >-<
Hope this helps!!!!
At that moment, Fatima was making her way to the yearbook room, with her head down and unkempt bangs obscuring her dark brown eyes.
Answer: D. she wants to spend time with Valerie.
Explanation:
The passage states, "An image of Valerie's face on the other end of the line comes into view. I haven't seen her for a good month; our schedules are both so hectic. Over time, my dislike for the State Fair fades away compared to my eagerness to see Val. Additionally, I can observe the unappealing fair food from a distance without having to eat it."