Which of the following inferences about Rikki-tikki-tavi is best supported by the following passage (paragraph 7)? It is the hardest thing in the world to frighten a mongoose, because he is eaten up from nose to tail with curiosity. The motto of all the mongoose family is "Run and find out," and Rikki-tikki was a true mongoose. He looked at the cotton wool, decided that it was not good to eat, ran all round the table, sat up and put his fur in order, scratched himself, and jumped on the small boy's shoulder. Answer choices for the above question A. Rikki-tikki is not your typical mongoose. B. It is not in Rikki-tikki’s nature to be afraid. C. Rikki-tikki is overwhelmed by his new surroundings. D. Rikki-tikki had never seen a human being before this.