Context: Nicole was a real trooper . She did get an epidural , but it did n't work . It only numbed one of her legs , and not far enough up it to be of any use . I ' m surprised how quick it was .

Question: What may be the reason Nicole is described as a trooper ?
Options:
0. None of the above choices .
1. Nicole did n't get an epidural and had a natural birth .
2. The numbing shot failed during childbirth and she did fine .
3. Nicole bravely declined when she was offered an epidural .
Answer: 2