Question

What do you gauge about Major Percy Stokes’ character from the story? Select the most appropriate option from the following.

1. man of wrath
2. persuasive
3. argumentative
4. interfering
5. self-important

Options

• (1), (3) and (5)

• (1), (2) and (4)

• (2), (4) and (5)

• (3), (4) and (5)

Answer 1

(2), (4) and (5)

Explanation:

Major Percy Stokes is persuasive because he tries to convince others of his views. He is interfering because he gets involved in matters that do not directly concern him. He is also self-important, as he considers his opinions and knowledge superior to those of others.