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Read this line from the story:

She knew almost as she was turning to look what she would see. The culprit, the source of all her clean-up efforts.

What does the word culprit suggest about the bears? (1 point)

Group of answer choices

They are thought of as criminals by the characters.

They have many fans among the homeowners.

They are a righteous foe for humans.

They are persecuted unfairly by those in charge.