It means to persuade mostly, so your answer is D.
A because " should only be used over the words actually said
<span>Melville is symbolizing the inflexible nature of Ahab's character</span>
One cause, (forgot to set alarm clock) & many effects in result ( missed bus, arrived late for school, and missed math test)
One cause- all because of forgetting to set the alarm clock. Thus, many effects.
