Which of the following would be a valid inference about Jules Verne from the excerpt?

Question

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Responses

a Jules Verne’s character Phineas Fogg was based on Bly.

b Jules Verne and Nellie Bly were friends.

c Jules Verne was a popular author.

d Jules Verne enjoyed traveling around the world.

Answer 1

The correct inference from the options provided is:

c Jules Verne was a popular author.

This inference is based on the recognition of Jules Verne as a notable literary figure known for his adventure novels, which have gained lasting popularity. The other options do not necessarily follow from common knowledge about Verne.