I think it’s C... or A... most likely A!
Answer:
1. Syntax is the part of linguistics that studies the structure and formation of sentences. It explains how words and phrases are arranged to form correct sentences.
Explanation:
"The sensation developed into pain that grew acute. And still he endured it, holding the flames of matches clumsily to the bark that would not light readily because his own burning hands were in the way, absorbing most of the flame."
The answer should be 'D' but it can depend based on teachers, if your teacher has talked often about general reference sites then they might want 'A'.
A. Since
it indicates an exhange or a reason