Read this excerpt from "A Drop in the Bucket."

Question

Finally, after more trial and error, Diane grabs a stainless steel bowl—just like the one in her kitchen—and presses clay in a ring around the curved bottom.

This excerpt shows that Diane is

confused.
clumsy.
determined.
understanding.

Answer 1

This excerpt shows that Diane is determined. The phrase "finally, after more trial and error" indicates that she is persisting through challenges and trying different methods until she finds a solution.