3: prove his point by spelling out the options available with an education.
Obama talks about different professions in the speech, they aren't just limited to science or writing. This eliminates Options 1 and 2 as possibilities. Also he is not saying that you should take specific classes, but rather you should try and do your best in every class, because you never know which class may provide you with inspiration or the skills you need later in life.
Ah, it's been a good three years since I've read this book, I believe the answer is D. the royal funeral illustrates respect for heroic leaders.
Palpable means that something can be felt or touched. In the short story "the dank tropical night that was palpable as it pressed its thick warm blackness in upon the yacht". The answer is D.
The difference between East Egg and West Egg is that East Egg is largely populated by those from "old money," while West Egg is populated by those with "new money." Tom and Daisy Buchanan are from old money because their families have been wealthy for generations.