Maria is an Italian American who is in the hospital after having suffered a miscarriage at 5 months' gestation. Maria's mother says to the nurse, 'If only Maria had told me she wanted the biscotti, I would have made them for her.' What is the meaning behind Maria's mother's statement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maria's mother's statement reflects a cultural belief among some Italian Americans that unmet food cravings during pregnancy can contribute to miscarriage, aligning with option a.
Nokea