In 1940,segregation of blacks and whites was still in the norm.
James Thurber is best known for his Humorous stories.
Such as The Male Animal
I think the answer is C: It made him tired but strong.
A primary source is where the information comes directly from the original copy or someone who experienced it first hand, and where as a secondary source is someone or something that was not there when the event took place- hope this helps!!