Question

Bill, a hazardous-materials cleanup technician, kept his cool when he heard the sibilant sound of air escaping from his breathing apparatus. His air was running out, but he had to close the valve on the chemical tank before pandemic contamination forced the city to evacuate. As he struggled to turn the valve, Bull rebuke himself for not inspecting his equipment more often. Six months earlier, an injury had forced Bill to take a hiatus from his career, and the ennui of doing nothing has been more painful to him than the chemical burn. Since the injury, Bill had taken on an avuncular role to the rookies on his team, offering his mistakes as lessons for them to stay safe in the field. What role did Bill take on to the rookies on his team?

1) Mentor
2) Supervisor
3) Manager
4) Trainer

Answer 1

Bill took on the role of a mentor to the rookies on his team, offering guidance and sharing his experiences for their learning and safety.

Step-by-step explanation:

The role that Bill took on to the rookies on his team was that of a mentor. As an avuncular figure, Bill provided guidance and shared his experience with newer team members to help them learn and stay safe. His approach was one where he used his own mistakes as learning opportunities for the rookies, which is a key characteristic of a mentor rather than a supervisor, manager, or trainer who might have more formal and official roles of oversight or education.