What are 3 of the character traits which David reveals about himself during his deliberations? Which trait is most adult like?

First is David's determination and choice to get to the cave, a manifestation of both a key component of his identity and one of the narrative's key thematic sensibilities - specifically, the power of personal choice, its freedom and its power. David's freedom to choose is something new and precious to him, having never had such a freedom in the camp. David is also self-aware for a boy his age. He understands himself and how he will react to certain situations.