Answer:
A as c doesn't make sense and b has to have a sentence before it to make sense, therefore d is also incorrect.
Answer ~ A.
Emma thinks only of herself and her own interests
By looking at the story In my opinion, It would be A since it does explain in sentence 3 and around sentence 3.
I hope this helps!~ :3
It means to give credit to the author and source. It helps in an argument because when you're trying to prove a point, you have to have factual evidence that proves you're right.