The major asked me to have a drink with him and two other officers. we drank rum and it was very friendly. outside it was getting dark. i asked what time the attack was to be and they said as soon as it was dark.

the casual behavior of the characters during a difficult time demonstrates hemingway’s belief that a hero should
exhibit grace under pressure.
recognize the meaningless of life.
have a mentor to follow.
learn from his mistakes.

Hemingway’s belief that a hero should exhibit grace under pressure.

Explanation:

This is the best description of Hemingway's belief when it came to heroes. In this passage, we learn that the major, two officers and the protagonist are having a drink. The tone that the story conveys is one of relaxation and calm. This contrasts with the fact that the men are going to carry out an attack later. The contrast is important, as it shows the protagonist's character. He seems able to remain gracious and calm even under great pressure.

the answer is a.

explanation:

the clause "looking toward the south" modifies "a funnel cloud." it's not really the cloud that's "looking," but grammatically, that clause is modifying the cloud.