I believe the answer would be B.. because they said ticking but for a little while.. it makes you think of like oh.. yeah life is short.... so the answer should be B!! Hope this helps! :)
Answer:
i don't understand what you have typed dear .
My best guess and answer is:
D
because the author is trying to reach out to his viewers or readers to understand and try to find out if they have a lack of decency in their own society they are living in.
Hope this helps!!