Im going with the one that say a, if its wrong ill tell you the right answer, bc im currently doing the test rn :)
Themselves
This reflexive pronoun is the best fit because it needs to agree with the antecedent--in this case "scholars". Because scholars is plural, the pronoun also needs to be plural. Themselves is a plural reflexive pronoun, so it will properly complete the sentence.
Answer:
B) The point the author is trying to get across.
I think the best answer will be c because everyone knows how he spends time
Yes, his sermon was highly effective because contemporary readers can feel the fear and sting of Edwards’ threats