Based on the excerpt, the most accurate conclusion about Alexander Hamilton is that he refused Stirling's offer because he didn't want to take orders. The text states that Hamilton "shrank from being subordinate to anyone," indicating his desire to lead rather than serve under someone else. There is no mention of personal dislike for Stirling or any implication that he felt unqualified for the position.
On February 23, the Provincial Congress reported that "Col. McDougall recommended Mr. Alexander Hamilton for Capt. of a Company Artillery." . . . After being examined, Hamilton received the assignment on March 14, 1776. When doubts arose about this student's fitness to lead an artillery company, [Hamilton's supporters] McDougall and Jay persuasively overcame them. Right before Hamilton received his appointment, he was approached by Elias Boudinot on behalf of Lord Stirling, who had been elevated to brigadier general and desired Hamilton as his military aide. The headstrong Hamilton shrank from being subordinate to anyone and rebuffed an offer that would have tempted his peers.
From Ron Chernow, Alexander Hamilton. Copyright 2004 by Ron Chernow
Based on this excerpt, what can you conclude about Alexander Hamilton?
Hamilton refused stirling's offer because he didn't want to take orders.
Hamilton refused stirling's offer because he didn't like stieling.
Hamilton refused stirling's offer because he wasn't qualified for the job.
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