Read the excerpt from "Daughter of Invention".

The question lacks completeness since it does not indicate which idiom is underlined. To clarify, the idiom highlighted in the passage is "Sticks and stones don't break bones"

The correct answer is C. Unlike sticks and stones, words have no physical capacity to inflict pain

Explanation:

The narrative "Daughter of Invention" portrays the challenges faced by an immigrant family as they relocate to the United States, focusing on the mother's and other family members' efforts to adjust to the new language and culture. For instance, within the provided excerpt, the mother attempts to articulate the idiom "sticks and stones may break my bones," which conveys that while physical harm is possible, insults and verbal attacks cannot actually wound you unless you allow them to affect you. However, she phrases it as "Sticks and stones don't break bones." Her intention is to deliver the same sentiment and motivate her daughters to pursue education despite experiencing bullying. Therefore, the best option reflecting the initial meaning is C.