Question

Juan wrapped his massive hand around Daniel’s head and, bringing their cool, sweaty temples together, ground them into each other. Then they got out their shovels and set about digging up the palm roots. They were huge, unwieldy, and decked with pulpy soil. The chainsaw they used to chop up the roots shot the sand and palmetto bug eggs into their faces. The mucus they spat out when they finished was lined with dirt-like veins of coal. Their forearms and elbows were covered in blisters and cuts. They refused to give up, and that was their form of grace.
Select from the drop-down menu to correctly complete the statement.
The author’s word choices in the last paragraph best suggest that
*Juan and Daniel are strong-willed
*disappointment is part of Juan's life
*Daniels family likes hard work
* Daniel feels sorry for Juan

Answer 1

Juan and Daniel are strong willed.

Answer 2

Juan and Daniel are strong-willed.

The passage even hints at this when stating, "They refused to give up..."