Asked by jac

Read paragraph 34.

JACOB: [Leans closer to Susan and whispers] It was just a speed bump called peer pressure, not a roadblock.

What do the stage directions and dialogue convey about Jacob?
Responses
A He is excellent at solving problems.He is excellent at solving problems.
B He can get people to agree with him.He can get people to agree with him.
C He has been optimistic all along.He has been optimistic all along.
D He is a gentle and soft-spoken man.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
D

The stage direction ("leans closer... and whispers") shows he speaks softly and gently; his line reassures/minimizes the problem, reinforcing a calm, gentle manner.