Question

Olga just read a story about a person named Tristan who is very confident and independent. Tiffany just read a story about a person named Tristan who is irresponsible and stubborn. Both learn that Tristan has taken up skydiving. What are their impressions of Tristan likely to be?

Answer 1

Answer:

Both, Olga and Tiffany, would reinforce their opinions about Tristan

Explanation:

Skydiving is a risky sport in which a person jumps from a high place, usually an helicopter or airplane, using a parachute. On one hand, having taken up skydiving can be seen as an act of bravery reinforcing the idea that Tristan is a person who trust himself and is able to take that kind of risks, also, this is a sport which is not for everyone, as many people can consider it dangerous, so, he seems to be a person independent from other people's opinions. On the other hand, a person who takes up skydiving can be seen irresponsible as the person knows this is dangerous, so, he is not worrying about the consecuences it can bring. Aditionally, the person would be seemed to be stubborn to take the risk even after being notified about the danger. In conclusion, both, Olga and Tiffany would reinforce their impressions about Tristan having read about his personality and the fac he has taken up skydiving.