Question

Death is a dignitary who when he comes announced is to be received with formal manifestations of respect, even by those most familiar with him. In the code of military etiquette silence and fixity are forms of deference.
What is the meaning of the word deference as used in the last sentence of paragraph two?
A) courteous word or deed of esteem or regard
B) willingness to consider the feelings of others
C) respectful submission to the wishes of another
D) sign of respect or courtesy for another's position

Answer 1

Your answer would be D a sign of respect or courtesy for another's position is correct clearly the soldiers and officers surrounding the man with the rope around his neck are showing respect for him and what is about time happen.  If they were willing to consider his feelings or submit to his wishes,  they would probably take the ripe off his neck,  and no words have been spoken by anyone in the passage.

Answer 2

Answer:

D

Explanation:

A sign of respect or courtesy for another's position is correct. Clearly, the soldiers and officers surrounding the man with the rope around his neck are showing respect for him and what is about to happen. If they were willing to consider his feelings or submit to his wishes, they would probably take the rope off his neck, and no words have been spoken by anyone in the passage.