Question

Which of the following inferences is best supported by the first paragraph of the excerpt? In May 1990, Chris graduated from Emory University in Atlanta, where he’d been a columnist for, and editor of, the student newspaper, The Emory Wheel, and had distinguished himself as a history and anthropology major with a 3.72 grade point average. He was offered membership in Phi Beta Kappa but declined, insisting that titles and honors are irrelevant.

A. Chris was an intelligent and thoughtful young man.B. Chris wished he’d gone to a different school.C. Chris struggled as a student.D. Chris didn’t have a great relationship with his parents.

Answer 1

Chris was intelligent, reflected by his high GPA and academic roles, and thoughtful, as shown by his rejection of honors, indicating a non-materialistic approach to life and success.

Step-by-step explanation:

The inference best supported by the first paragraph of the excerpt about Chris graduating from Emory University is that Chris was an intelligent and thoughtful young man. With a 3.72 GPA, Chris's academic performance and his role as a columnist and editor for the student newspaper demonstrate his intelligence. His refusal of Phi Beta Kappa membership, citing that titles and honors are irrelevant, showcases his thoughtfulness and a different perspective on success and recognition.