B is the correct answer since it is a friend
Some (not all) men are against shifting gender roles because, historically and presently the nature of gender roles typically put males at a societal advantage. So the concept of having shifts in these gender roles, means that many males are often nervous that they will lose the stability in the systematic designation of societal standing due to gender, that was always designed to favour them. Although these fears are irrational, as most of the modern movements in relation to gender roles are in favour of freedom of the individual, and not intended to put any group or person at a disadvantage.
As a spotlight beamed down upon them, the man raised his arm high in the air, a popping sound was heard, and in a flash, Jennie, the 10,000-pound elephant, suddenly disappeared.
<u>Explanation:</u>
The story talks about the man whose name is Houdini. The whole story revolves around him and his activities that he does.
In the first paragraph only, we get to know that Houdini is very strong and has got great physical strength in him. He is so strong that is shown that with his single hand only, he picks up an elephant who weights about 10,000 pounds and makes the elephant disappears. The only one who is left on the stage is, he himself. Showing that he is very strong.