untangling the history of Christmas lights

What is the best meaning of the phrase "drum up" as it is used in paragraph 2?
A. avoid
B. create
C. delay
D. observe

1 answer

In the context of the phrase "drum up" as used in paragraph 2, the best meaning is B. create. The phrase typically refers to the act of generating interest or gathering support for something, often by encouraging people to participate or take action.