In the first few pages of The Early History of the Airplane, we encounter the Wright brothers as they continue to try and get the flyer to fly successfully. Instead of giving up, they persevere, or continue trying even when it is difficult. Think about a time you persevered. Write about the event and describe what caused you to keep going.

Araby every morning i lay on the floor in the front parlour watching her door. the blind was pulled down to within an inch of the sash so that i could not be seen. when she came out on the doorstep my heart leaped. i ran to the hall, seized my books and followed her. i kept her brown figure always in my eye and, when we came near the point at which our ways diverged, i quickened my pace and passed her. this happened morning after morning. i had never spoken to her, except for a few casual words, and yet her name was like a summons to all my foolish blood. what is the general tone of the passage? a. courageous b. comical c. passionate d. fearful