Which purchase by Ruth signals preparation for the new home?

• A. A decorative lamp
• B. Curtains for the windows
• C. A new dining table
• D. A computer

Answer: (B)

Curtains for the windows signal preparation for the new home because they show taking concrete steps to make the space ready to live in. Covering the windows with curtains represents planning for privacy, managing light, and creating a homely atmosphere—all essential when moving into a new place. It’s a visible, practical move that marks commitment to making the space feel like a home.

Decorative lamp and a new dining table are nice touches, but they don’t as directly imply getting a new place ready for occupancy. A computer is a modern convenience that doesn’t specifically signal the act of preparing a home.