Answer:
C) causing a sharp sensation, as of the taste, smell or feeling
Explanation:
1. The lone tree in the field is conspicuous.
2. Shelly always carries a rucksack with her.
3. John was indigent towards his mother.
4. Mary has an intolerance to dairy.
5. The farmer branded the horse with his initial.
6. Fear caused her to paralyze.
7. Emily dealt with social ostracism.
8. Adam received 3 parcels in the post.
9. Carrie is quite materialistic.
10. He was unabashed by the stares he received.
Answer: B
Explanation:The dash is used more effectively and in the first and last one they don't make sense. In A), it would have made sense if it didn't include the info about the house in town.