52 points reread paragraph 3. before the battle, what is james's point of view on being given a drum? he returned carrying a drum. "i don't issue firearms to boys," he said. "take this." for a moment, i could only stare at it. the drum was large and brightly painted. it was decorated with stars, a bird, and a ribbon. it looked like an oversized toy. i wanted to take my fist and punch a hole straight through it. a. he thinks the drum is a boring instrument. b. he thinks he has been given the drum as a joke. c. he thinks being a drummer is a job for a child. d. he thinks it will be impossible for him to learn how to drum.