Which group is most likely planning to participate in a formal discussion?

science fiction fans meeting to discuss their favorite books and movies

bird watching enthusiasts meeting to discuss their favorite national parks

public policy planners meeting to discuss changes to a state-run health program

students meeting to discuss plans for the championship football game

What does the word precocious mean in this sentence

When lawrence saw the posters for the circus hanging on the bulletin board, as he swept up the trimmings at slim's barbershop, he knew he would be taking his little cousins. they loved animals, and he was looking forward to seeing the smiles on their faces as the circus performers amazed them with their stunts. but sweeping up hair clippings didn't pay a whole lot. lawrence spent 45 dollars just getting tickets. but it was worth it to see his cousins' faces. the day finally came and everyone was excited as they walked into that big circus tent. but lawrence soon realized that he and his cousins would be thirsty and hungry. as they sat in their seats, the drink vendor walked by selling beverages. desperately thirsty, lawrence asked him how much a lemonade would cost, and the drink vendor said, "eleven dollars each." lawrence replied, "oh, that's it? just eleven dollars? what a great deal for one cup of lemonade. that's totally worth it." the drink vendor walked away. which type of irony is used?

Write a 250-word essay in which you explain the significance of the different narrative voices in “the way to wealth.” use evidence from both texts to support your response.