Question

Oozing out from every drab wall, she felt a forbidding spirit which she could never conquer. What does this quotation best convey about Carol? A. She feels defeated by the dull and grim unpleasantness of the town. B. She wonders whether her inspection of the town has already raised concerns. C. She realizes her plans to change her surroundings will demand extreme effort. D. She thinks that she might eventually learn to tolerate her new environment.

Answer 1

The quotation suggests that Carol feels a strong negativity emanating from her surroundings, which she finds overwhelming and oppressive. This conveys a sense of defeat and despair regarding the environment she is in. Therefore, the best answer is:

A. She feels defeated by the dull and grim unpleasantness of the town.