He was deep in his thoughts and was thinking so much so he would make the best decision. He had to think about the consequences about if he were to take the road and if he was going to take the road. Which path he would choose would bring many things to him.
The last one- the quote does not refer to any facts or evidence
Irony is the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning.
Your answer is C. Lack.
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~ Zoe