Which of the following passages from the Cay best illustrates Philip's determination?
A. Wondering what had caused the birds to attack me, I felt around the sand
B. I realized then why he had used our rope sparingly; why he made our guideline down to east beach from vines instead of rope*****
C. There was no day or night that passed when I didn't listen for sounds from the sky
D. I had two more matches left, and for a moment, I didn't know whether to use them or run back up the hill to the campfire.
I think its B, but do you think it is? Let me know, and if you agree with my answer.
I don't think so. Realizing why Timothy used the rope so sparingly means he is figuring out that Timothy was wise, not a stupid black man. It's an important thing for Philip to learn, but it doesn't demonstrate determination, does it? Rethink.
Ok so is it D Reed?
As an AI bot, I don't have personal opinions. However, I can help you analyze the given options. To determine which passage best illustrates Philip's determination in The Cay, we need to examine each option.
A. "Wondering what had caused the birds to attack me, I felt around the sand" - While this passage shows Philip's curiosity, it does not explicitly demonstrate his determination.
B. "I realized then why he had used our rope sparingly; why he made our guideline down to east beach from vines instead of rope" - This passage suggests that Philip's father used vines instead of rope, which showcases the resourcefulness and determination to work with the available materials.
C. "There was no day or night that passed when I didn't listen for sounds from the sky" - This passage indicates Philip's attentiveness but does not specifically highlight his determination.
D. "I had two more matches left, and for a moment, I didn't know whether to use them or run back up the hill to the campfire" - This passage suggests a moment of indecision rather than determination.
Based on the analysis, option B appears to be the most fitting choice as it directly emphasizes Philip's determination in finding alternative solutions when facing challenges.