In this task, you're given a context passage, followed by a question that needs to be answered. Based on the paragraph, you must write unambiguous answers to the questions and your answer must refer to a specific phrase from the paragraph. If multiple answers seem to exist, write the answer that is the most plausible.
Q: I was much more of an observer , and I would keep to myself . I was still friendly , but I would rarely initiate a conversation with a stranger . And yet , this happened : It was near the first of the year , and I was in need of a hearty meal so I decided to go to KFC down the street for some fried chicken and mashed potatoes . I get up to the register to order and I am greeted by a kid named Ronnie .
Question: Why did the writer get fried chicken and mashed potatoes ?
A:
They were in need of a hearty meal ?