The answer is: C
In option A the writer talks about an assertion and in option B he expresses his disagreement with this assertion. <em>In option C, the writer clearly supports the claim that the American colonies could thrive independently from Britain.</em> Option D only extends the general idea.
If the bold sentence is in fact As he tells the story he never smiles, and he never frowns",then it is most likely the human foible due to it being an interesting characteristic. We can also determine this answer through process of elimination if we know the meaning of hyperbole, and "funny name".
Hyperbole is an exaggeration and is not normally meant to be serious, and in the case of your summary, I believe this line is meant to be taken serious. This doesn't seem to be a funny name reference, so your only option is human foible.
Most times yes? uh i guess some times if it may interfere with your safety..no
