Based on this excerpt, which statement best describes the author’s portrayal of Johan Akerblad? Through Akerblad’s thoughts, Giblin shows him as someone whose determination led to his success in figuring out the passage.
Through Akerblad’s actions, Giblin shows him as someone whose confidence eventually stood in the way of his success.
Through Akerblad’s reactions to others, Giblin portrays him as someone whose stubbornness does not allow him to take the advice of others.
Through Akerblad’s relationships with others, Giblin shows him as someone whose pride kept him from learning from others’ mistakes.