Question

Read the excerpt from "On Becoming An Inventor" by Dean Kamen.

From this well-stocked basement came a whole new set of really neat projects. My younger brother, Mitch, and his friends, as well as some of my own friends, would come after school to help. At sixteen I was now a young entrepreneur, paying them for their help. I was surprised by the number of orders I was getting for more and more equipment. Soon I didn't have time to build and design new things. Giving over this work to other kids gave me more time to do what I wanted to do. This went on after school and all summer long.
Which of the following is a signal word from this excerpt that shows an opinion?
A. neat
B. younger
C. entrepreneur
D. equipment

Answer 1

The signal word from this excerpt that shows an opinion is the word A. neat.

Step-by-step explanation:

An opinion is a statement that reflects a person's beliefs, feelings, or thoughts about a particular subject. The excerpt from 'On Becoming An Inventor' by Dean Kamen discusses the impact of inventors and entrepreneurs on industrialization. Signal words are words that indicate to the reader the writer's intention.

It mentions how inventors like Elias Howe and Cyrus McCormick created new inventions, such as the sewing machine and the reaper, which contributed to the growth of industry and agriculture. Entrepreneurs like Chauncey Jerome also played a role in finding new markets for their products. All of these examples highlight the importance of entrepreneurship and innovation in driving economic progress.