Question

part a
which of the following is the most reasonable inference you can make about barrington irving, based on information in \barrington irving, pilot and educator\?
a. he is easily persuaded.
b. he is determined and intelligent.
c. he behaved irresponsibly when he was younger.
d. he believes that science is more important than the arts.

part b
which excerpt from the text best supports your answer to part a?
a. \there are probably millions of kids out there like me who find science and exploration amazing, but lack the confidence or opportunity to take the next step.\
b. to follow his dream, irving turned down a full football scholarship to the university of florida.
c. he faced more than 50 rejections for sponsorship before convincing several manufacturers to donate
question 13 of 20

Explanation:

For Part A: Barrington Irving pursued his dream of becoming a pilot and educator despite barriers, showing determination and intelligence. For Part B: The detail of him overcoming over 50 sponsorship rejections directly supports the inference that he is determined and intelligent, as it demonstrates his persistence and problem-solving to achieve his goal.

Answer:

Part A: B. He is determined and intelligent.
Part B: C. He faced more than 50 rejections for sponsorship before convincing several manufacturers to donate