Read this passage from Dragonwings by Laurence Yep."Some," Father said. Truth to tell, he had never handled a horseless carriage in his life, though he had a book on them and cut out articles whenever they appeared in the demon magazines and newspapers. That was the extent of Father's knowledge. But to know facts is nothing. He had an intuitive feeling for what made the horseless carriages tick. He looked around inside the engine for about ten minutes and then wiped his face absentmindedly, so that the grease stained his cheek. He did not even notice.
Answer
A
Father’s response to the man shows he is unaware and weak.
B
Father’s response to the man shows he is helpful and confident.
C
Father’s response to the man shows he is unhappy and resentful.
D
Father’s response to the man shows he is honest and educated.
Explanation
Father says he knows “some” about horseless carriages, then examines the engine and trusts his intuitive understanding of how it works. His willingness to inspect it suggests he is helpful, and his calm, capable behavior shows confidence. The passage does not portray him as weak, unhappy, or resentful.
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