Read the sentences from a story.

Manny cautiously approached the injured animal and slowly reached out to pet its back. He spoke to it in a gentle voice, wondering whether he could get it to Dr. Vito, the local vet, without causing more damage -- and without getting bitten. Then he wondered whether his mother could help.

Based on voice, the narrator views Manny as

serious.
independent.
caring.
adventurous.