Answer:
D) up the tree
Explanation:
When we use the word 'hike' as in 'pulling or lifting yourself up', the correct preposition is 'hike up something'.
This is a part of his supreme ordeal. His return home is much broader and includes his supreme ordeal which is what you described in the question. He fought them because he wanted to stop them from taking his wife Penelope. This was during the competition where they had to prove themselves.
Be grateful for life :p ya that is pretty confusinggg
