Question

read the passage and then answer the question:
are you ready to become a soldier? that depends. do you have the fitness to march 20 miles with a full pack? do you hav
to work 12 - hour shifts in the desert sun? do you have the strength of character to stand against americas enemies? then maybe, youve got what it takes.
which sentence best describes the message of the passage?
a. excellent physical fitness is required to become a soldier.
b. becoming a soldier requires one to pass difficult trials.
c. the military can be dangerous, but its also rewarding.
d. anybody with a clean record can join the armed forces

Explanation:

The passage asks if one has the fitness to march 20 miles with a full pack, the strength of character to stand against enemies, etc. It implies that becoming a soldier requires passing difficult trials (like having the right physical and character traits). Option A only focuses on physical fitness. Option C is too general about the military being dangerous and rewarding. Option D about a clean record is not mentioned. Option B is more comprehensive as it encompasses the various requirements (including physical and character - related which are part of difficult trials) to become a soldier.

Answer:

B. Becoming a soldier requires one to pass difficult trials.