D: Jo is independent
Since it says that Jo is strong, wild, and happy all alone. I can only conclude that Beth is calling Jo Independent.
I'm not sure when this was posted but there has definitely been a lockdown!
Because
This is the answer because cause and effect words are (because, if, therefore, since, then)
I'm pretty sure it's standards
B. Conspicuously in this context means attracting attention.
