Question

Use the excerpt from the "How Nellie Bly Went Undercover to Expose Abuse of the Mentally Ill" article to answer the question.
Which of the following would be a valid inference about Jules Verne from the excerpt?

A. Jules Verne's character Phineas Fogg was based on Bly.
B. Jules Verne and Nellie Bly were friends.
C. Jules Verne enjoyed traveling around the world.
D. Jules Verne was a popular author.

Answer 1

Based on the information provided, a valid inference about Jules Verne would be:

C. Jules Verne enjoyed traveling around the world.

This inference can be drawn if the excerpt highlights themes of travel, exploration, or adventure associated with Verne's works, particularly since he is known for his novels about journeys and exploration. However, the specific details in the excerpt would provide more context to support this inference.