Question
What details from the narration show that Rainsford is a rational individual who does well in moments of danger? Select 2 options.
He struggled up to the surface and tried to cry out
Desperately he struck out with strong strokes after the receding lights of the yacht
A certain cool-headedness had come to him;
There was a chance that his cries could be heard by someone aboard the yacht
[D]oggedly he swam in that direction, swimming with slow, deliberate strokes, conserving his strength.
He struggled up to the surface and tried to cry out
Desperately he struck out with strong strokes after the receding lights of the yacht
A certain cool-headedness had come to him;
There was a chance that his cries could be heard by someone aboard the yacht
[D]oggedly he swam in that direction, swimming with slow, deliberate strokes, conserving his strength.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The two options that show Rainsford's rationality and composure in moments of danger are:
1. **A certain cool-headedness had come to him;**
2. **[D]oggedly he swam in that direction, swimming with slow, deliberate strokes, conserving his strength.**
These choices indicate that Rainsford is able to maintain his composure and think strategically during a crisis.
1. **A certain cool-headedness had come to him;**
2. **[D]oggedly he swam in that direction, swimming with slow, deliberate strokes, conserving his strength.**
These choices indicate that Rainsford is able to maintain his composure and think strategically during a crisis.