I’d say that the answer is c the rest of them seem incomplete.
Answer:
Option C,
Memorized passages, or "set pieces" elements helped the rhapsodes remember
and recite the poem
Explanation:
The poem was massive and in order to recite it properly during live show, rhapsodes adopted a strategy of using a steady meter and some mnemonic devices such as repeating the Memorized passages, or "set pieces". Mnemonic devices helps in retaining information for a long period of time.
Hence, option C is correct
The answer would be the first option:
<span>This word choice shows that Thurber approves of the decision.</span>